According to a new study measuring the gains brought about by globalization, everybody wins — especially those in industrialized countries. Yet the gains are unevenly distributed, both between and within countries. ... The higher the index value, the greater the interdependence of this country with other countries.

What are the benefits of global interdependence?

Globalization and interdependence have economic effects, like the increased competition between local and foreign businesses, investment of multinational companies in the developing world, employment opportunities in some regions, and unemployment in others.

Is an interdependent global economy a good thing?

The increasingly interdependent global economy poses both opportunities and threats for individual nations and businesses. The benefits that are derived from cooperation and collaboration can be rapidly offset by global competition and conflict.