Adam Smith
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 (302 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 7.50 | 0.07% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 53,434 | $2,700,000 | 2,125$ |
| Indonesia | 2 | 8.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 558,211 | $1,119,000 | 2,284$ |
| Uzbekistan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 33,469,203 | 49,219 | $57,000 | 84$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,682 | $56,000 | 45$ |
| United States | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 104,781 | $21,000,000 | 6,648$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
| Greece | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 6,215 | $190,000 | 113$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 775 | $31,000 | 18$ |
| Totals | 10 | 728,364,633 | 780,503 | $25,853,000 | 11,817$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Adam Smith is regarded as the father of modern economics thanks to his book The Wealth of Nations.
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Indonesia:
Adam Smith discusses the importance of empathy in understanding the suffering of others.
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Indonesia:
Adam Smith discusses the importance of empathy in understanding others' suffering.
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United Kingdom:
The report’s authors said their findings raised serious questions about the university’s role as the seat of the Scottish Enlightenment in the 18th and 19th centuries when it became famous for the work of luminaries such as the economist Adam Smith.
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Estonia:
Adam Smith published his work on the nature and causes of the wealth of nations in 1776.
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Switzerland:
Adam Smith referred to the F-35 as a 'money pit' during discussions on military spending.
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Greece:
Adam Smith wrote about the prudent functioning of the banking system in his economic liberalism.
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United States:
Adam Smith is a representative from Washington who cautioned that early discussions of a funding plan may help manage expectations.
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Slovenia:
Adam Smith, the father of modern capitalism, appears as a spirit in Graham's play.
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Uzbekistan:
Adam Smith's works are being translated into Uzbek as part of a new initiative.
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