This short note argues that the canonical neo-Kaleckian growth model does not yield a balanced growth path due to the absence of an inbuilt mechanism by which desired and actual rates of capital accumulation are equalized. Introduc- ing non-generating capacity autonomous demand does not solve such inconsistency. Contrary to what Lavoie (2016) claims, we show that the latter is also unable to bring capacity utilization to its normal level. In light of recent contributions (e.g., Nikiforos, 2013, 2016), we suggest that making normal capacity utilization an endogenous variable is an alternative better suited to deal with the issue.

Dávila-Fernández, M.J., Oreiro, J.L., Punzo, L.F. (2019). Inconsistency and over-determination in neo-Kaleckian growth models: A note. METROECONOMICA, 70(2), 313-319 [10.1111/meca.12190].

Inconsistency and over-determination in neo-Kaleckian growth models: A note

Dávila-Fernández, Marwil J.
Membro del Collaboration Group
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Punzo, Lionello F.
Membro del Collaboration Group
2019-01-01

Abstract

This short note argues that the canonical neo-Kaleckian growth model does not yield a balanced growth path due to the absence of an inbuilt mechanism by which desired and actual rates of capital accumulation are equalized. Introduc- ing non-generating capacity autonomous demand does not solve such inconsistency. Contrary to what Lavoie (2016) claims, we show that the latter is also unable to bring capacity utilization to its normal level. In light of recent contributions (e.g., Nikiforos, 2013, 2016), we suggest that making normal capacity utilization an endogenous variable is an alternative better suited to deal with the issue.
2019
Dávila-Fernández, M.J., Oreiro, J.L., Punzo, L.F. (2019). Inconsistency and over-determination in neo-Kaleckian growth models: A note. METROECONOMICA, 70(2), 313-319 [10.1111/meca.12190].
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