The Routledge Handbook of Comparative Economic Systems

This comprehensive handbook provides insights into the institutional foundations and governance of various economic systems, highlighting critical questions and methodologies.

This handbook delves into the institutional foundations of economies, exploring the various ways in which economic activities can be organized, function, and governed. It critically evaluates the role of comparative economic studies within the broader field of economics, offering insights into future directions while posing essential questions and presenting analytical methods and approaches. The text highlights the complexity of this academic domain, particularly in light of recent global events that have reshaped economic governance.

The content is structured into five distinct parts, each addressing significant themes relevant to the discipline. The initial sections focus on the subject matter and methodologies of comparative economics, while subsequent sections examine the unique characteristics of different economic systems and the outcomes they produce. The evolution and transformation of these systems are also considered, providing a comprehensive look at how they adapt over time. The final part reflects on the challenges facing the discipline, addressing both theoretical and practical perspectives, as well as the interplay between diverse approaches.

Bringing together contributions from leading scholars, the handbook offers a balanced overview of current knowledge, ongoing debates, and emerging research areas. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and analysts, providing a thorough and critical examination of comparative economic studies, its development, challenges, and future prospects.