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A closed-form solution to the Ramsey model with logistic population growth

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In this paper, we consider the Ramsey growth model with CIES utility function, Cobb-Douglas technology, and logistic-type population growth law. We show the model to have a unique non-trivial steady-state equilibrium (a saddle point) and prove the optimal path to be non-monotonic over time. Moreover, we derive a closed-form solution for the case where capital's share is equal to the reciprocal of the intertemporal elasticity of substitution.

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  • Guerrini, Luca, 2010. "A closed-form solution to the Ramsey model with logistic population growth," Economic Modelling, Elsevier, vol. 27(5), pages 1178-1182, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:ecmode:v:27:y:2010:i:5:p:1178-1182
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