væksten

Væksten is a Danish term meaning growth, used to describe an increase in size, number, or value over time. In economics, vækst typically refers to economic growth, usually measured as the growth rate of real gross domestic product (GDP) or real GDP per capita. Economic growth reflects changes in productive capacity and is influenced by factors such as capital accumulation, labor supply, education, and technological progress. Growth theories range from classical and neoclassical models, such as the Solow model, which emphasize capital and productivity, to endogenous growth theories that stress ideas, innovation, and human capital as permanent drivers.

In demography, befolkningsvækst denotes the change in population size within a given area and period, affected by births, deaths, and migration. Population growth has implications for labor markets, housing, and public services, and can be slowed or accelerated by policy.

In biology, vækst refers to the increase in size and mass of organisms, through cell division and expansion, governed by genetic, nutritional, hormonal, and environmental factors. Growth patterns are described by growth curves and are linked to development.

The term is also used in everyday language to describe personal or organizational development, business performance, or market expansion. Across disciplines, vækst is typically analyzed over time to understand drivers, sustainability, and impacts.