This paper provides empirical evidence of the role of spatial factors on the determination of inflation dynamics for a representative set of tradable commodities in Chile. We present a simple model that explains inflation divergence across regions in a monetary union with similar preferences as...

Qualitative case study research has frequently been criticised for being less systematic and objective than other approaches. Ambiguity in the way case studies are selected, empirically conducted and analysed, often exists and can hinder the positive dissemination of research. This paper aims to...