Capitalist Economies

Capitalist economies (JEL P1) cover the analysis of capitalist economic systems.

Scope

It includes the institutions, performance, and varieties of capitalism and the role of markets and property.

Sub-topics

• General
• Planning, Coordination, and Reform
• Capitalist Enterprises
• Cooperative Enterprises
• Property Rights
• Capitalist Institutions • Welfare State
• Performance and Prospects
• Energy • Environment
• Other

Core questions

• How do capitalist systems function?
• How do varieties of capitalism differ?
• What explains their performance?

Key concepts

• Capitalism
• Varieties of capitalism
• Property rights
• Market institutions
• Economic performance

Frequently asked questions

What are varieties of capitalism?

The differing institutional configurations (e.g., liberal vs coordinated market economies) among capitalist systems.