A DYNAMIC THEORY OF A FIRM: AN APPLICATION OF 'ECONOMIC FORCES'

Static neoclassical theory of a firm and its dynamization by dynamic optimization assume profit functions inconsistent with each other. As a solution to this, we present a dynamic theory of a firm which is consistent with the static neoclassical theory. We define the 'economic forces' which act upon the production of the firm and show that the adjustment of production in a profit-seeking way may be stable or unstable. Explosive unstable production dynamics may occur due to 'economies of scale' or due to the development of wealth or technology; in stable cases the adjustment leads to the profit maximizing situation. Our model provides a micro basis for the modeling of economic growth at macro-level.