A comparison of tariffs and anti-dumping duties.

What is it about?

The use of anti-dumping duties has been increasing as an instrument to protect domestic firms from foreign competition. We analyzed under what circumstances the use of anti-dumping duties is preferred over tariffs. We also show the effects of each policy instrument on prices, output and welfare. We identify cases when the government and domestic firms have conflicting preferences.

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Why is it important?

Recently, we see that both tariffs and anti-dumping duties are being used as a means of protecting domestic industries. Our research quantifies the impact of each policy on producers, consumers and the government and provides a basis for preference.