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A Classical Theory of Markets and Effectual Demand

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  • Antonio D'Agata

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The paper argues that the Sraffian interpretation of Classical economics overlooks the individual dimension and the role of willingness to pay in Smith's definition of effectual demand. Generalizing a recent Smithian model of individual choice in precapitalistic economies, a model of individual choice in a Sraffian framework is proposed that allows a precise formulation of individual and aggregate effectual demand coherent with Smith's view. The model allows also a short‐period analysis of markets and it provides sufficient conditions for the Classical adjustment process to converge towards the long‐period configuration, thus mitigating Steedman's criticism to the Classical view of gravitation.

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  • Antonio D'Agata, 2026. "A Classical Theory of Markets and Effectual Demand," Metroeconomica, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 77(2), pages 138-146, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:metroe:v:77:y:2026:i:2:p:138-146
    DOI: 10.1111/meca.12517
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