We propose an empirical method using a translog expenditure function to estimate the regional welfare impact of changes in import tariffs, and we apply this method to the United States. Tariff revenue is assumed to be distributed on a per-capita basis, so states with greater production will...

Purpose: This paper investigates whether US REITs' returns have been sensitive to the monetary policy introduced after the Global Financial Crisis of 2008. Design/methodology/approach: For the period from 1995 to 2015, we tested the correlation between US REITs' returns and interest rates, since...