Izvestiya of Saratov University.
Economics. Management. Law
ISSN 1994-2540 (Print)
ISSN 2542-1956 (Online)

Economic

The evolution of instability concepts in the economic and political environment

Introduction. The purpose of developing instability concepts in the economic and political environment is to create a set of instruments for effective planning and forecasting the consequences of managerial decisions, the one that corresponds to the qualities and characteristics of this environment in a given historical period. Studying the evolution of such concepts enables a number of conclusions to be drawn about the nature of changes that have occurred in the sphere of global economic and managerial relations over recent decades.

Risks and economic efficiency of artificial intelligence development

Introduction. The article discusses the problems of the artificial intelligence development effectiveness in connection with the risks of its implementation and functioning. An economic approach to analyzing the use of AI involves comparing the positive and the negative aspects of its development. Only an economic process in which the benefits exceed the costs can be considered effective. Such a comparison is impossible without analyzing the risks of developing artificial intelligence technologies. Theoretical analysis.

Transaction costs’ impact on Russian agri-food system’s competitiveness and institutional structure in the context of the main value chains

Introduction. In the context of increasing complexity and dynamism of the agri-food system functioning, the use of the transaction cost theory and the search for ways to reduce the cost are one of the most powerful reserves for increasing the agri-food system’s competitiveness and ensuring the country’s food security. Theoretical analysis. Transaction costs are of high importance in the context of the agri-food system’s development, institutional transformation, competitiveness and sustainability.

On the approaches to the theory of tourism and recreational services value on the domestic market

Introduction. Contemporary scientific and economic literature reveals a significant gap in the study of the essential component of the tourism and recreational services cost. Despite the emergence of a number of publications in leading foreign journals and publishing houses devoted to the development of the economic theory of tourism (The Economics of Tourism), the basis for research is primarily the macroeconomic level. Theoretical analysis.

A study of medical students’ financial literacy: A competence-based approach

Introduction. The article describes a five-year study of the medical university students’ financial literacy level, with the aim of determining future trajectories of educational activities to develop a financial culture of behavior. Theoretical analysis.

Monetary policy transmission issues: Why changing the key interest rate doesn’t always curb inflation?

Introduction. The key rate is the main monetary policy instrument through which the central bank influences inflation. However, in practice, a situation is often observed when monetary policy tightening and a significant increase in the key rate do not lead to a rapid and adequate reduction in inflation. This fact indicates the presence of serious problems in the transmission mechanism, which requires an in-depth analysis of this phenomenon’s causes. Theoretical analysis.

Merton norms functionality problem in modern scientific community as a consequence of changes in macroeconomic and macrosocial parameters of research activity

Introduction. The article considers the transformation processes of the scientific activity value framework and their impact on the quality of scientific information as an economic benefit. Theoretical analysis. The starting point of the analysis is the norms of the scientific community formulated in the works of R. Merton. Еmpirical analysis.

Property relations in the sphere of the Russian population’s self-employment

Introduction. Currently, the field of self-employment in Russia is characterized by rapid growth and legalization, which is reflected in scientific publications exploring various aspects of this element of modern economy. However, undeservedly little attention is paid to such an aspect as property relations in the field of self-employment. Research methodology.

The evolution of the “Flying Wild Geese” paradigm in contemporary political economy of Japan

Introduction. The modern scientific galaxy of Japanese economists maintained the continuity of theoretical views and predetermined the vector of “Westernization” in the evolution of the “Flying Wild Geese” conceptual paradigm. Scientific review. Since the 1960s, Japan has established itself as an industrially developed trading power. In the 1980s, the “Flying Wild Geese” paradigm became a model for East Asia.

Statistical study of the Russian population’s income and expenditure

Introduction. The paper proposes an original author’s approach to the statistical study of income and expenses of Russian residents, based on the presentation of the balance of income and expenses per capita in constant prices of 2023. Theoretical analysis. The calculation is based on the assumption that the possibility of accumulation is the most reliable indicator of the citizens’ financial well-being quality.

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