Kombinasjonsøkonomi

Kombinasjonsøkonomi, sometimes translated as "combination economy" or "mixed economy" in English, describes an economic system that integrates elements of both market economics and planned economics. In such a system, private ownership and free markets coexist with government intervention and regulation. The degree of integration can vary significantly.

In a typical kombinasjonsøkonomi, essential services like healthcare, education, and infrastructure may be provided or heavily regulated by the state. Simultaneously, private businesses operate in sectors like manufacturing, retail, and technology, driven by supply and demand. The government often plays a role in ensuring social welfare, redistributing wealth through taxation, and implementing policies to correct market failures such as monopolies or environmental pollution.

The rationale behind a kombinasjonsøkonomi is to leverage the efficiency and innovation of market mechanisms while mitigating their potential downsides, such as inequality and instability. It seeks a balance between individual economic freedom and collective well-being. Many modern developed economies, including those in Scandinavia, are considered examples of this hybrid model, adapting and evolving their approach over time.