
specialisation
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Understanding the lack of skill specialisation in Peru
Jobs in Peru use a larger number of skills than comparable jobs in the US. This lack of specialisation is consistent with firms’ hiring of "toderos" (workers with many skills, do-it-alls), given the high levels of worker reallocation.
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Trade openness and macroeconomic volatility
Contrary to widely held views, trade can decrease GDP volatility through sectoral specialisation and country-wide diversification