Research Trends on Current Account Deficit: Global Approaches and Regional Dynamics (1979–2024)

Authors : Almabrok F Ahmid, Zahraa A. Al Allaq

Pages : 1-33

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Publication Date : 2025-09-02

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :This study aims to provide a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the Current Account Deficit researchoutput from 1979 to 2024 to identify the intellectual structure of the trends and main contributors to outlinethe global contribution, themes, and citation patterns. A dataset of 177 articles was extracted using a specificrefinement in the Scopus database. R-tool with the Bibliometric package and VOSviewer software wereutilized for citation, co-citation, and network analysis. The paper underlines trends in publication, keywordco-occurrence, author collaboration, and world output. The United States emerged as the leading contributorto CAD research, followed by other advanced and emerging economies. Economics, Econometrics andFinance were the dominant subject areas. Soyoung Kim from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaignwas the most cited author. These findings underscore that the field of CAD research is driven byinterdisciplinary collaboration that focuses on analyzing macroeconomic linkages, trade dynamics andpolicy implications. The study\\\'s limitation is that it is based on a single database, Scopus, which may notinclude non-English publications and thereby omits potential diverse contributions. Future research wouldbe well served by integrating more databases and exploring regional studies in greater depth. The findingsoffer valuable insights for policymakers and scholars to enhance their comprehension of the dynamicsassociated with CAD, informing future economic strategies and research agendas. Additionally, the studyhas shown the need for interdisciplinary approaches in solving global economic inequalities. This studyoffers a unique bibliometric view of CAD research and a comprehensive framework for future research.Addressing gaps in the literature serves as a foundational resource for advancing knowledge in internationalfinance and macroeconomics.
Keywords : Cari Açık, Bibliyometrik Analiz, Scopus, Rsudtio

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