Automation and off(re)shoring: A meta-regression analysis

Offshoring characterizes much of the globalization phenomenon last century. However, rapid development automation technologies, combined with disruption Global Value Chains experienced at international level, have put pressure on multinational's decisions regarding location production activities. The ongoing debate effects off(re)shoring movements has gained growing attention. On one hand, a relevant branch related literature advocates that may facilitate return to origin countries, thereby contributing increase reshoring movements. other another argues such increases are not directly and process robotization even contribute offshoring. In face these apparently contradictory results, we conduct meta-analysis empirical estimates impact off(re)shoring. After correcting for publication bias, find overall effect is positive significant, both in developed developing countries. We also heterogeneity reported explained by differences studies’ methodological characteristics.