Adam Smith

Adam Smith

economist United Kingdom

Adam Smith (1723-1790) was a Scottish economist, philosopher, and author, widely known as the father of modern economics. His seminal work, 'The Wealth of Nations' (1776), laid the foundations for classical economics and introduced key concepts such as the division of labor, free markets, and the 'invisible hand' that guides supply and demand. Smith's ideas emphasized the importance of self-interest and competition in fostering economic growth and prosperity. His contributions have had a lasting impact on economic theory and policy, influencing generations of economists and shaping the field of economics as we know it today.

Born on Jun 16, 1723 (301 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.02%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
553,549
Power
14,658$
Sentiment
5.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Venezuela 4 6.50 0.23% +30% 28,435,943 83,493 $48,000 141$
United States 2 5.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 154,206 $21,000,000 9,783$
Croatia 2 6.50 0.08% +30% 4,105,267 4,197 $68,000 70$
Guyana 2 7.50 0.16% +10% 786,552 1,377 $6,000 11$
Canada 1 8.00 0.05% +0% 38,005,238 17,174 $1,700,000 768$
Sweden 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 10,099,265 4,290 $530,000 225$
Argentina 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 45,195,774 19,046 $450,000 190$
Peru 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 32,971,846 14,786 $230,000 103$
Bolivia 1 8.00 0.05% +0% 11,673,021 5,475 $40,000 19$
Italy 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 60,461,826 23,692 $2,000,000 784$
Bulgaria 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 6,948,445 4,571 $69,000 45$
Pakistan 1 4.00 0.03% +0% 220,892,331 66,554 $280,000 84$
Australia 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 25,499,884 13,077 $1,380,000 708$
Mexico 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 128,932,753 121,750 $1,200,000 1,133$
Spain 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 46,754,778 19,862 $1,400,000 595$
Totals 21 991,765,574 553,550 $30,401,000 14,659$
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Mexico Mexico: Adam Smith suggested that mercantilist practices should not be the objective of any nation. 8

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Guyana Guyana: Adam Smith was the foremost champion of free trade in 1776. 9

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Venezuela Venezuela: Adam Smith is referenced in the context of criticizing policies of economic intervention. 7

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