Routledge - A Weberian Analysis of Business Groups and Markets

Explore the complex relationship between moral economy and financial markets through this academic study by Routledge. This book examines how rules regulate market transactions, a topic debated extensively since the 1980s. By looking at the work of classical sociological authors like Weber, Simmel, and Toennies, this volume provides deep insight into the rules of the moral economy within financial systems. The text focuses on Max Weber's specific contributions to the study of financial markets. It presents two distinct models of business relations: an oligopolistic model and one based on free competition. These models are derived directly from the writings of Weber and Simmel, offering a way to understand alternative instances of market behavior. This work is an essential resource for researchers and students interested in anthropology and sociology. It provides a theoretical framework for analyzing trade relations in Taiwan and Korea, alongside studies of major stock exchanges. Whether you are studying classical sociology or modern economic structures, this book offers a detailed perspective on how social rules shape global trade and market dynamics.