Jakautumisvaikutukset
Jakautumisvaikutukset, known in English as distribution effects, refer to the changes in the distribution of income, wealth, or other economic outcomes within a society that result from a particular policy or economic event. These effects are distinct from the overall size of the economic pie, focusing instead on how that pie is divided. For example, a tax policy might increase government revenue (an overall effect) but also lead to a more unequal distribution of after-tax income (a distribution effect). Similarly, technological advancements can boost productivity and create new wealth, but if the benefits accrue disproportionately to capital owners rather than labor, this represents a significant distribution effect.
Understanding distribution effects is crucial for policymakers aiming for equitable outcomes. Analyzing these effects helps to