Focusing on the political and economic dynamics of modern capitalist development in Spain, this monograph analyzes the causes behind the post-war economic miracle and its subsequent decline. Utilizing an endogenous growth model that incorporates technical progress, physical and human capital, the author examines key factors such as the mobilization of internal resources and international economic conditions. Additionally, the investigation includes demand-side elements like foreign direct investment, providing a comprehensive view of Spain's economic evolution.
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Focusing on Spain's capitalist development from the 20th century to the early 21st century, this study by economist György Simon, Jr. examines the "Spanish economic miracle," its decline, and the impacts of EU membership and the euro zone. Utilizing historical national accounts and a 70-year econometric analysis, the author highlights the significance of manufacturing and foreign direct investment in GDP growth. Theoretical frameworks include an endogenous growth model that integrates technical progress, physical and human capital, and the dynamics of creative economic activity.
Mediterranean Capitalism by the Examples of Greece and Spain
The Fundamental Processes
- 252 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Focusing on the economic evolution of Greece and Spain, this monograph analyzes modern capitalist development through a comprehensive theoretical framework. It examines economic growth mechanisms, internal resource mobilization, and international conditions, utilizing an endogenous growth model that incorporates technical progress, physical and human capital, and the timing of economic activities. Additionally, the impact of demand-side factors, especially foreign direct investment, on economic growth is explored, providing insights into the relationship between investment and technical advancement.
The analysis focuses on Greece's political and economic development post-World War II, emphasizing modern economic mechanisms such as production, growth, and income distribution. It highlights key economic policy issues, particularly the mobilization of internal resources and international conditions. Utilizing a Kaldorian approach, the study employs an endogenous growth model that incorporates both physical and human capital, with 1950 as a reference point. Additionally, it explores the impact of demand-side factors, especially foreign direct investment, on economic growth.
Focusing on the development trajectories of China and India, the book examines how both nations have evolved into significant global economic players. It highlights China's emergence as a manufacturing powerhouse competing with the U.S. and India's potential driven by its vast population and resources. The analysis includes Taiwan as an alternative development model and emphasizes the importance of manufacturing and agricultural modernization. Utilizing an econometric approach from 1955 to 2019, it incorporates a growth model that factors in technical progress and creative economic activity.
Focusing on the Kaldorian approach, György Simon, Jr. explores growth mechanisms in post-war Germany, emphasizing their impact on output, pricing, and income distribution. His analysis incorporates key economic aspects such as production, equilibrium prices, and capital formation. The book addresses policy challenges like resource mobilization and international linkages, while explaining manufacturing's pivotal role in macroeconomic growth. Utilizing an endogenous growth model, it examines the interplay of technical progress, physical and human capital, and the dynamics of creative economic activity.
Focusing on Greece's political and economic evolution post-World War II, the monograph delves into the mechanisms of economic growth and the pivotal role of economic policy in harnessing internal resources and navigating international conditions. It analyzes the outcomes of this development, emphasizing demand-side factors like foreign direct investment. Utilizing a Kaldorian model for econometric analysis from 1950 to 2010, the study addresses both physical and human capital, alongside the temporal aspects of creative economic activity, setting the stage for understanding Greece's economic trajectory leading up to the debt crisis.
The book explores the evolution of global economic centers post-World War II, focusing on the rise of China and India as significant players competing with the U.S. for leadership. It employs a theoretical framework rooted in development economics and econometric analysis, examining the political and economic development of these nations from 1955 to 2017. The author emphasizes the roles of physical and human capital in shaping creative economic activities, providing insights into the determinant processes that have influenced their growth trajectories.
Focusing on the political and economic dimensions of Spain's capitalist development, this monograph analyzes the mechanisms of economic growth and policy, emphasizing the mobilization of internal resources and international conditions. Utilizing an endogenous growth model that incorporates technical progress, human and physical capital, the author explores the factors behind Spain's post-war economic miracle and its decline. Additionally, the work examines demand-side influences, particularly the role of foreign direct investment in shaping economic outcomes.
Development Experiences of China from the Qing Empire to Our Days
16442019
- 356 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Focusing on China's political and economic evolution from the mid-17th century to the early 21st century, the study by economist György Simon, Jr. employs an econometric analysis from 1955 to 2019, utilizing a growth model that incorporates physical and human capital alongside time as a factor in economic creativity. Additionally, it examines Taiwan's development as a contrasting model. The monograph appeals to readers interested in the complexities of development within the Asia-Pacific region.
The Resource-Intensive Economy of Saudi Arabia and its Diversification
19502019
- 132 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Focusing on the economic growth factors in Saudi Arabia, the study utilizes an endogenous growth model to analyze the nation's development amid its status as a leading oil exporter. It highlights the diminishing role of oil and gas wealth and emphasizes the urgency for economic diversification, particularly through enhancing human capital and technical progress. The exploration of manufacturing industry development serves as a case study for this diversification effort. This monograph appeals to those interested in the dynamics of development in oil-producing nations.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Outcomes of the Post-Colonial Era
19602019
- 212 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Focusing on the Democratic Republic of the Congo's post-colonial political and economic landscape, the author examines the roots of its economic challenges and income disparities. Through unique model calculations, he highlights the importance of technical progress and identifies a blend of factors essential for national economic development. The study advocates for enhanced investment in education, research and development, and the modernization of agriculture, while encouraging the government to attract foreign capital. This work appeals to those interested in development issues in less developed African nations.
The analysis focuses on the economic growth mechanisms and policies in the United States from 1950 to 2019, emphasizing the significant role of the manufacturing industry and human capital in driving performance. Through macro- and micro-level statistical data and an econometric investigation using an endogenous growth model, the author explores the relationship between technical progress and economic success. Additionally, a chapter discusses the implications of Sino-American economic competition for the future of humanity, making it relevant for those interested in developed capitalist economies.
The book explores Iran's transformation from an agrarian society to an industrialized nation under the Pahlavi dynasty, emphasizing the impact of pro-Western modernization policies and U.S. support. It examines the economic diversification efforts post-1979 revolution within the context of a theocratic regime. Through an econometric analysis from 1955 to 2017, the author presents a growth model that incorporates both physical and human capital, highlighting its relevance to various countries, particularly those reliant on oil.
New Tigers in Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
This book explores the economic development of the Asia-Pacific region in the late 20th century, focusing on the Little Tigers (South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore) and New Tigers (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines). It analyzes their progress through technical advancements and development economics, appealing to those interested in emerging economies.
La Spagna moderna: Dal miracolo alla crisi
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Il libro di György Simon, Jr. analizza gli aspetti politici ed economici dello sviluppo capitalistico moderno in Spagna, esplorando il meccanismo della crescita economica e le politiche economiche. L'autore utilizza un modello di crescita endogeno per spiegare il "miracolo economico" spagnolo e il suo declino, esaminando anche gli investimenti diretti esteri.
Modernizzazione e sviluppo socio-economico in Thailandia e Cambogia
- 248 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Questo libro analizza la modernizzazione e l'occidentalizzazione nei Paesi in via di sviluppo, focalizzandosi su Thailandia e Cambogia. Esamina lo sviluppo politico ed economico di entrambi i Paesi, evidenziando il ruolo della religione buddista e il progresso tecnologico, rivolgendosi a lettori interessati ai temi dello sviluppo.
L'Iran sur la voie d'un nouveau traditionalisme
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Ce livre examine le développement politique et économique de l'Iran moderne, de la dynastie Pahlavi à la révolution de 1979. L'auteur analyse la transformation d'un pays agraire en un pays industriel, tout en explorant les efforts de diversification économique et le rôle du progrès technologique entre 1955 et 2017.
China en India als nieuw centrum van de wereldeconomie
- 260 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Na de Tweede Wereldoorlog ontstonden drie economische centra: de VS, de EU en Japan. In de 21e eeuw kwamen China en India als vierde centrum op. Dit boek onderzoekt de politieke en economische ontwikkeling van deze landen tussen 1955 en 2017, met een focus op econometrische analyses van creativiteit in economische activiteit.