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Economic Theory

Static efficiency belongs within neoclassical economics, which argues that explicit theoretical rationale of liberalisation is to achieve an efficient (static) allocation of resources. In order to achieve this situation, there are three central assumptions within neoclassical economics that are indispensable for achieving an optimal allocation. These assumptions include that people are rational, both individuals and firms maximise utility, and everybody has full and relevant information, which they act upon independently. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Static efficiencyA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: The static and dynamic carbon emission efficiency of transport industry in ChinaInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Dynamic and Stochastic Efficiency AnalysisThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: The organizational tension between static and dynamic efficiencyCited 285 times
  5. Go sideways: Economic efficiencyA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Allocative efficiencyA closely related topic

📖 Definitions

Noun Static efficiency refers to the efficiency of a firm at a certain point in time given what resources and technology they have available.

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