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It emphasizes the need to move beyond aggregate indicators by analyzing micro-level drivers, including firm upgrading, allocative efficiency, and business dynamism. The study evaluates policy directions covering competition in product markets, redesign of business support, foreign direct investment in nonextractive sectors, and R&D and innovation, supported by implementation guidance.","Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized  \nBoosting Productivity in Kazakhstan with Micro-Level Tools  \nAnalysis and Policy Lessons  \nMariana Iootty, Asset Bizhan, and Paulo G. Correa  \nINTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN FOCUS  \nBoosting Productivity in Kazakhstan with Micro-Level Tools  \nAnalysis and Policy Lessons  \nMARIANA IOOTTY, ASSET BIZHAN, AND PAULO G. 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