Monierist

Monierist is a term used to describe a follower or proponent of the economic theories of François Perroux, a French economist. Perroux, a significant figure in post-war economic thought, developed the concept of the "growth pole" or "pôle de croissance." This theory suggests that economic development does not occur evenly throughout a region but rather concentrates in specific, dynamic centers. These growth poles, often characterized by a dominant industry or innovative enterprise, generate economic activity and then radiate this development outwards to surrounding areas through various linkages.

Monierists, therefore, believe in strategically identifying and fostering these growth poles as a means to stimulate regional or national economic progress. They argue that concentrating investment and resources in these key areas is more effective than attempting to spread development thinly across an entire territory. The idea is that the initial boom in a growth pole creates jobs, demand for goods and services, and technological spillovers that eventually benefit a wider geographic area. This approach has influenced regional development policies in many countries, aiming to overcome spatial disparities in economic prosperity.