''... this study examines the mechanisms underlying the variability in the labour share. In particular, it focuses on the relationships between the labour share and measures of international trade and technological change. The results ... suggest that trade openness and technological innovation have a positive and significant effect on the labour share ... Moreover, other factors, such as the level of economic development, education, and the strength of the regulations in the labour market, seem to also significantly influence functional distribution of income.'' (Quoted from paper)