The Evolution of Oil Exports and its Impact on the Economic Growth of Ecuador, 2007-2021

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Juan Andrés Mejía-Almenaba
Yandry José Olarte-Sancán
Victor Alfonso Cobeña-Veliz
Carlos Luis Iza-Cedeño

Abstract

This scientific article analyzes the evolution of oil exports in Ecuador and its impact on the country's economic growth over the past decades, with a particular focus on the years under study. Oil has become a crucial source of income for the Ecuadorian economy, and its impact on the country's development is a subject of debate and study. The article begins with a historical review of the evolution of oil exports since 1970, which marked the beginning of the well-known oil boom in the country. It highlights the factors that have influenced oil exports during the study period. 


Subsequently, the study focuses on the relationship between exports and economic growth in Ecuador, using relevant economic and statistical data to assess the correlation between the study variables. Secondary data were obtained from national and international institutional databases related to the oil industry. The main results obtained from the stylized facts indicate that the variation in oil exports during the study period was 3%, with exports totaling $8,328.44 billion in the base year and $8,607.25 billion in the final year of the time series. Furthermore, the price of WTI crude oil increased by 4% during the same period, rising from $59.86 US dollars in the base year to $61.97 in the final year of the period. 


Finally, in the econometric analysis conducted, a determination coefficient of 67% was obtained, indicating that 67% of the variability in Ecuador's economic growth is explained by oil exports, oil prices, and gross fixed capital formation. These results support the study's hypothesis that oil exports have a significant impact on the country's economic growth. 

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Mejía-Almenaba , J., Olarte-Sancán , Y. ., Cobeña-Veliz , V. ., & Iza-Cedeño , C. . (2023). The Evolution of Oil Exports and its Impact on the Economic Growth of Ecuador, 2007-2021. 593 Digital Publisher CEIT, 8(6), 342-357. https://doi.org/10.33386/593dp.2023.6.2087
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Author Biographies

Juan Andrés Mejía-Almenaba , Universidad Técnica de Manabí - Ecuador

 

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2301-4750  

Economist with experience in territorial development and financial management, responsible for productive financing by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. I have experience in private banking and currently work as a full-time professor at the Universidad Técnica de Manabí, contributing to research in the area of expertise 

Yandry José Olarte-Sancán , Universidad Técnica de Manabí - Ecuador

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9581-5557

Computer Systems Engineer with a master's degree in Information Technology, specializing in security and networks. Presently, I am pursuing a master's degree in Physics. My journey encompasses roles as a support instructor for online programs and physics laboratories at UTM. My approach bridges the realms of technology and science, allowing me to tackle interdisciplinary challenges by combining my expertise. 

Victor Alfonso Cobeña-Veliz , Universidad Técnica de Manabí - Ecuador

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7086-4678

Zootechnician Veterinary Doctor, graduated from Universidad Técnica de Manabí, Postgraduate of the master's degree Mention Pedagogy in Digital Environments; Publication in the AquaTechnica magazine as co-actor in a study of food in shrimps (Penaeus vannamei). 

Carlos Luis Iza-Cedeño , Universidad Técnica de Manabí - Ecuador

https://orcid.org/0009-0007-1656-888X

Experience in the area of networks, management and implementation of video surveillance systems, structured cabling, IT project management, IT technologies focused on education, data management. 

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