Title: Bridging the gap between internationalisation theories and de-internationalisation: a review and research framework

Authors: Bernardo Castellões; Luís Antônio Dib

Addresses: The Coppead Graduate School of Business, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), 355 Pascoal Lemme, Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 21941-918, Brazil ' The Coppead Graduate School of Business, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), 355 Pascoal Lemme, Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 21941-918, Brazil

Abstract: Despite its importance on the overall strategy of firms, de-internationalisation has not received the attention it deserves. This article offers a research framework of how de-internationalisation is addressed within the most prominent internationalisation theories. We begin with an overview of the literature on de-internationalisation and its main definitions. Additionally, a typology of partial/full and defensive/offensive de-internationalisation is proposed. To bridge the gap between internationalisation and de-internationalisation, such typology is used to explain how the eclectic paradigm, the Uppsala model, the network theory and the international entrepreneurship theory address de-internationalisation. Opportunities for future research and managerial and political implications are also discussed.

Keywords: globalisation; foreign direct investment; FDI; multinationals; market exit; de-internationalisation; foreign divestment; market withdrawal; SMEs internationalisation.

DOI: 10.1504/IJBG.2019.100785

International Journal of Business and Globalisation, 2019 Vol.23 No.1, pp.26 - 46

Received: 10 Oct 2016
Accepted: 10 Sep 2017
Published online: 18 Jul 2019 *

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