hävstångseffekter
Hävstångseffekter, often translated as leverage effects, describe situations where a small change in one variable can lead to a much larger change in another. This concept is widely applicable across various fields, including economics, finance, and physics. In finance, for example, financial leverage refers to the use of borrowed money to increase potential returns on an investment. While this can amplify profits, it also magnifies losses if the investment performs poorly. A company with a high debt-to-equity ratio is considered to have high financial leverage.
In economics, hävstångseffekter can be observed in consumer behavior or market dynamics. A small shift in consumer