In-Depth Analysis - Contribution to Growth: Free Movements of Goods - Delivering Economic Benefits for Citizens and Businesses - PE 631.063 - Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection

This study summarizes the current literature on the economic benefits of the free movement of goods in the EU Single Market. A theory-grounded sectoral gravity model has found that EU Single Market increased real income in the European Union by approximately 6,43%. Furthermore, we discuss ex-ante analyses of the benefits of legislation that enhances European Market integration. This document was commissioned by the Policy Department A at the request of the European Parliament’s Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO)..