Economic complexity reveals the hidden structures driving global development and inequality
In short: Researchers exploring the field of economic complexity found that large-scale societal challenges, such as technological change and income inequality, are visible outcomes of hidden, systemic interactions within an economy. By analyzing the complex structure of these interactions, the framework aims to uncover the underlying drivers of growth and resilience.
This approach utilizes big data and machine learning to identify new empirical patterns within the economy. While the framework offers powerful tools for improving political decision-making and public investment, the study primarily serves as a review of the field's theoretical foundations and emerging analytical tools.
Why it matters: Understanding the hidden connections in economic structures can improve how we predict and manage global challenges.
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- Source: Research: Balland et al. (2021). The new paradigm of economic complexity. Research Policy. · cc-by
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