Competition & Change
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Forces Behind Competition and Change
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Economy of Competition:
The journal investigates the role of state and non-state actors in shaping competitive practices across different sectors and regions, emphasizing how policies and institutional frameworks impact economic outcomes. - Global Value Chains (GVCs):
A core area of focus is on the analysis of global value chains, examining how production, labor standards, and economic strategies are influenced by international dynamics and local contexts. - Technological Transformation:
The impact of digitalization and technological advancements on industries and labor markets is a significant theme, exploring how these changes reshape competition and governance in various sectors. - Sustainability and Development:
The journal addresses the challenges of sustainable development and green transitions, analyzing state capacities and policies aimed at fostering environmental sustainability while balancing economic growth. - Social and Economic Inequality:
Research often delves into themes of inequality, exploring how economic structures and policies perpetuate disparities within and between nations, particularly in relation to labor markets and corporate governance. - Comparative Institutional Analysis:
The journal employs comparative methods to assess different political economies, focusing on how varying institutional arrangements affect economic strategies and outcomes in diverse contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Governance and Regulation:
A growing focus on how digital technologies and platforms are regulated by states and institutions, examining the implications for competition, market dynamics, and consumer rights. - Sustainable Finance and Investment:
Increased attention to sustainable finance initiatives, including the role of investors and financial institutions in promoting environmentally responsible practices and addressing climate change. - Geopolitical Economic Strategies:
Research exploring the geopolitical dimensions of economic strategies, particularly in the context of rising powers and shifting global alliances, is becoming more prominent. - Decarbonization and Green Growth:
The journal is increasingly addressing the complexities of decarbonization efforts and the policies necessary for fostering green growth, reflecting urgent global environmental concerns. - Corporate Governance and Accountability:
Emerging discussions around corporate governance, particularly in relation to social responsibility and ethical business practices, are gaining traction within the journal's scope. - The Role of the State in Market Dynamics:
There is a notable trend towards analyzing the evolving role of the state in shaping market dynamics, particularly in the context of economic crises and transformative policies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Industrial Policy:
Research on classic industrial policies, focusing on state-led initiatives in established industries, has decreased as attention shifts towards more dynamic, technology-driven approaches to economic governance. - Localized Economic Strategies:
There is a noticeable decline in papers centered on localized economic strategies that do not account for global interdependencies, as the journal increasingly emphasizes global value chains and transnational influences. - Static Economic Models:
The journal appears to be moving away from static models of economic analysis, favoring more dynamic and complex frameworks that incorporate technological and social changes. - Conventional Labor Relations:
Studies focusing solely on traditional labor relations without considering the impact of digitalization and gig economies are less frequently published, reflecting a broader interest in the changing nature of work. - Historical Case Studies:
There has been a reduction in the publication of historical case studies that do not connect to contemporary issues, suggesting a preference for research that addresses current global challenges.
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