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Unethical practices in economics

  • Irresponsible economic analysis
  • Inequitable fiscal policy
  • Incompetent monetary planning
  • Professional misconduct by economic consultants
  • Corrupt economic advisers
  • Temptations of economists

Nature

Unethical practices in economics refer to actions that violate moral principles and standards within economic activities, leading to harm or unfairness. These practices include fraud, corruption, exploitation, and manipulation of markets, often prioritizing profit over social responsibility. Such behaviors undermine trust in economic systems, distort competition, and exacerbate inequality. They can manifest in various forms, such as insider trading, tax evasion, and deceptive advertising. Addressing these issues is crucial for fostering ethical conduct, ensuring fair practices, and promoting sustainable economic development that benefits society as a whole.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Claim

Human rights, as a code of values juridically accepted at the international level, can legitimately signal the ethically acceptable or unacceptable limits of economic policy measures and economic functioning. The human rights system has the legal obligation to observe the economic system and to signal the greater or lesser impact it is having in meeting the needs of individual human beings and on their enjoyment of essential civil, economic, social, political and cultural rights.

Counter-claim

Unethical practices in economics are often overstated and distract from more pressing issues. The market naturally corrects itself, and individuals are responsible for their choices. Focusing on alleged unethical behavior diverts attention from innovation and growth. Instead of fixating on moral failings, we should celebrate the dynamism of capitalism, which thrives on competition and self-interest. In the grand scheme, these so-called unethical practices are mere blips in a robust economic landscape.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

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Reference

SDG

Sustainable Development Goal #8: Decent Work and Economic GrowthSustainable Development Goal #11: Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesSustainable Development Goal #12: Responsible Consumption and ProductionSustainable Development Goal #16: Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

Metadata

Database
World problems
Type
(D) Detailed problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
  • Commerce » Money
  • Commerce » Taxation
  • Economics » Economic
  • Economics » Economics
  • Economics » Economists
  • Fundamental sciences » Analytics
  • Information » Expertise
  • Innovative change » Change
  • Management » Planning
  • Policy-making » Policy
  • Social activity » Professions
  • Societal problems » Corruption
  • Societal problems » Crime
  • Societal problems » Irresponsibility
  • Content quality
    Unpresentable
     Unpresentable
    Language
    English
    1A4N
    J1274
    DOCID
    12012740
    D7NID
    132638
    Last update
    Oct 4, 2020