Inversión pública en el crecimiento económico del Ecuador 2018 - 2021.

Abstract

Public investment plays a crucial role in the economic and social development of a country, since it has significant effects on various aspects of society and the economy. In this sense, the general objective of this research: Analyze the relationship between public investment and economic growth from a statistical analysis, with the purpose of understanding the impact of government investment on the economic development of Ecuador during the period 2018 – 2021. The methodology applied to the research is non-experimental, descriptive and cross-sectional. The results show that during the 2018-2021 period, public investment in Ecuador played a crucial role in driving economic growth. This investment, channeled into a variety of sectors and projects, contributed to strengthening infrastructure, fostering economic diversification, and improving social indicators. In terms of amount, a gradual increase in public investment was observed in this period, indicating a government commitment to the development of the country. Priority sectors included infrastructure, education, health and technology, with the aim of optimizing public services and stimulating productivity. Statistical analysis revealed a positive relationship between public investment and economic growth in Ecuador. Although other factors also had an influence, such as macroeconomic stability and fiscal policies, it was found that an increase in public investment contributed to the increase in GDP. Investment in infrastructure, particularly in transport and energy, proved to be fundamental, since it improved internal connectivity and productive efficiency.