In this paper, whether markets are integrated or segmented is endogenous and is determined by the interaction of demand parameters, tariffs, transportation costs, and arbitrage.

This paper analyses the case of an Australia-based surfwear firm - the Rip Curl company - in the context of its globalised network of production and marketing. It uses the conceptual framework of a 'buyer-driven'commodity chain which emphases the importance of documenting the extent of...

The purpose of this paperis to analyse the formation of trade blocs and what leads to their expansion.