THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL INVESTMENTS ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN UZBEKISTAN: AN ANALYSIS BASED ON THE ARDL MODEL
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The main objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of investments directed to the agricultural sector on economic growth in Uzbekistan. The research employs the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model using statistical data collected for the period 2000- 2024. The results of the analysis indicate that investments in the agricultural sector have a positive and statistically significant effect on economic growth. In addition, agricultural exports and labor resources are also identified as important factors influencing economic growth. The findings suggest that encouraging investment in the agricultural sector is essential for ensuring sustainable economic development
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agricultural sector investment economic growth ARDL model UzbekistanReferences
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