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Network structure of Japanese firms. Scale-free, hierarchy, and degree correlation: analysis from 800,000 firms

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We analyze fundamental characteristics of the inter-firm transaction network through the data of 800,000 Japanese firms. We find that there exists a hierarchical structure and a negative degree correlation in this transaction network. We also find that this undirected network is a scale-free network. We bring to light these characteristics of the network and discuss why there is an important need to conduct research work on the actual network structure.

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  • Konno, Tomohiko, 2009. "Network structure of Japanese firms. Scale-free, hierarchy, and degree correlation: analysis from 800,000 firms," Economics - The Open-Access, Open-Assessment E-Journal (2007-2020), Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW Kiel), vol. 3, pages 1-13.
    • Handle: RePEc:zbw:ifweej:200931
    DOI: 10.5018/economics-ejournal.ja.2009-31
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    Keywords

    Network of firms; scale-free network; complex network; hierarchy; degree correlation;
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    JEL classification:

    • L16 - Industrial Organization - - Market Structure, Firm Strategy, and Market Performance - - - Industrial Organization and Macroeconomics; Macroeconomic Industrial Structure

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