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This paper studies the advent of Intel, manufacturer of microprocessors, to Costa Rica. We use indicators of both direct effects and selected macroeconomic effects as evidence, even though these indicators are in some cases more qualitative than quantitative. We also examine training externalities, as well as the “signaling” effect that Intel has had on other firms’ decision to enter the Costa Rican economy, thus making Intel itself into a factor of attraction.