Kodjovi Eklou

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Kodjovi Eklou is an economist whose research explores the intersection of labor markets, fiscal policy, and technological change. His most-cited work, "Automation and the employment elasticity of fiscal policy" (2023), examines how automation reshapes the effectiveness of government spending on job creation—a critical contribution to understanding modern macroeconomic dynamics. By analyzing how fiscal multipliers vary with the degree of automation in an economy, Eklou provides policymakers with nuanced insights into designing stimulus measures in an era of rapid technological disruption. His research has garnered attention for its timely relevance, accumulating 6 citations in a short span. Eklou’s work bridges macroeconomics and labor economics, offering a fresh perspective on how structural shifts like automation alter traditional policy transmission mechanisms. For students and researchers, his findings underscore the importance of adapting fiscal frameworks to account for evolving labor market realities, making his scholarship essential reading for those studying the future of work and economic policy.