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In the above-mentioned YouTube video titled "La teoría de las fallas del mercado | Martín Krause", Martin Krause provides a thorough explanation of the concepts of supply and demand, market equilibrium, and market failures. He also explores the limitations and fallacies of the traditional economic model that assumes that markets operate at optimal efficiency. Furthermore, he discusses the existence of fallacies in the market, the impact of externalities, and government interventions to address market failures, and how markets can solve problems without government intervention. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of the functioning of markets and the role of government in aligning the market with the optimal point.

00:00:00 In this section, the speaker discusses the concept of the "justification" behind public policy and how it relates to the mainstream economic model. The speaker presents an alternative view to mainstream economic theory, highlighting the concept of natural price equilibrium. Using two simple demonstrations, the speaker explains how the market tends towards price equilibrium, where the supply and demand for a particular product reach a balance point. The speaker argues that people make buying decisions based on information, and that this information can impact a product's demand. Thus, if information about product quality, cost, and availability is readily available, demand will increase and prices will reflect this new information, leading to the market finding a new equilibrium point. Overall, the speaker's view centres on the efficiency and rationality of supply and demand dynamics in market economies.
00:05:00 In this section, Martin Krause explains the concept of supply and demand in a simple way that anyone can understand. He says that in economics, a curve represents the relationship between the price of a good or service and the quantity demanded or supplied. According to Krause, demand is an upward-sloping function. This means that as the price of a good or service decreases, the quantity demanded increases. Conversely, supply is a downward-sloping function. As the price increases, the quantity supplied also increases. Krause uses the example of a fruit stand, where a vendor sells a certain variety of fruit at a specific price. If the price of the fruit increases, it becomes una luxury item, which means fewer people are willing to buy it. On the other hand, if the price decreases, more people are willing to buy it. The vendor then has to find ways to attract more customers, such as by bargaining with wholesalers or by reducing the prices. Overall, Krause emphasizes the importance of understanding the concepts of supply and demand, as they can be crucial in making informed business decisions.
00:10:00 In this section, the transcript talks about the concept of the price of equilibrium in a market and how economists interpret the functioning of markets. Marginalist economics, introduced by Friedrich Hayek, moved from a theory of objective value to subjective values. Economists then began to must answer the question of what is an acceptable "efficiency" of price. They searched for a criterion to determine whether a situation was efficient or not. This quest eventually led to the Optimal Pareto Principle. The principle was first introduced by Vilfredo Pareto who proposed a criterion for evaluating situations and determining when one situation is more efficient than another. He used the example of perfumes as a reference to explain this, with men preferring perfumes for men and women preferring perfumes for women. When men traded perfumes with women, some men traded a perfume for a woman and some women traded a perfume for a man. This led to the description of the first situation as a situation where everyone has a perfume.
00:15:00 In this section, Martín Krause discusses the concept of optimal and its application in economics. He argues that the term optimal does not mean that every individual should obtain the product they desire, but rather that all possibilities of improving the situation of some individuals have been exhausted without worsening the situation of others. The optimal point is the price at which all possible exchanges have been made, and it is the best point in terms of efficiency. Krause also stresses the importance of understanding that the market tends towards equilibrium and that it is a good and excellent thing with respect to efficiency. He also explains why a point of equilibrium is a good point, by saying that it is a good evaluation of things that have mixed elements of positivity and normativity, and that it is important to understand the context in which the market operates.
00:20:00 In this section of the video, Martin Krause discusses the idea of equilibrium in the market. He explains that in an optimal situation, the market price is the unique price that both buyers and sellers are willing to accept. In such a situation, a buyer with a specific demand is willing to pay a higher price, while a seller with a specific offer is willing to accept a lower price. The difference between the buyer's valuation and the market price or the seller's offer and the market price is the surplus or deficit that each party is generating in this situation. The market, however, is not a zero-sum game where one party wins and the other loses. Instead, both parties benefit from the market, and the surplus or deficit generated by each is added to the total surplus or deficit of the market. The final market equilibrium is achieved when all buyers and sellers are buyers and sellers in their optimal situations.
00:25:00 In this section of a YouTube video titled "La teoría de las fallas del mercado | Martín Krause", it is discussed that the traditional economic model known as the "equilibrium general" assumes that all markets are at their optimal point and that any changes in a variable would have a known reaction in the market. However, it is pointed out that the real world is not perfect and the market is not always functioning optimally. The state must intervene and use politics to bring the market close to the optimal point. The video goes on to discuss that economists have started to find "fallas de mercados" and that the market is not always perfect, even when it appears to be constantly functioning optimally. The video also discusses the hierarchy of markets, with the competitive market being endpoint for achieving the general equilibrium.
00:30:00 In this section, Martin Krause discusses the concept of fallas in the market and their impact on competition and regulation. He argues that the ideal of perfect competition in the market is a common misconception as it does not exist in reality. According to him, it is difficult to find homogenous products, and businesses using the same technology or having the same organization are not always present. The economy of class is a situation in which none of the participants can influence the price, and they are called price takers rather than price makers. Krause argues that this market has certain characteristics, including the presence of small producers, no free entry or exit, and the same technology being used by all producers. He also mentions that markets of commodities, such as coffee or wheat, have been compared to this type of market. Although they may look similar, there are differences, such as the fact that not all producers use the same technology or follow the same business organization, leading to a lack of homogeneity. This problem affects the monitoring of competition and the prevention of monopolies and oligopolies. The market fails to incorporate externalities, which are costs and benefits that are not considered in transactions and decision-making. Krause discusses these externalities using a simple example, where taking the metro in a city and noticing a woman with a nice smell of French perfume. The example helps to understand the concept of externalities and how they are not taken into account in the market.
00:35:00 This section of the YouTube video discusses the concept of externalities in the market. The host argues that free speech should not be limited by the government or censorship. The host also describes the difference between democracy and dictatorship, emphasizing the importance of free and fair elections in democracies. Additionally, the host highlights some of the challenges facing democracies, such as the rise of populist parties, as well as the dangers of extremism and the manipulation of information. Despite these challenges, the host remains optimistic about the future of democracy, emphasizing the resilience of democratic societies and the vital role they play in maintaining peace and prosperity.
00:40:00 In this section, Martin Krause discusses the concept of market failures and how they affect the provision of goods and services. According to Krause, for a good or service to be considered a market failure, it must meet two conditions: exclusivity and lack of rivalry in consumption. If a good or service cannot be excluded from consumption and if more individuals consuming it does not limit the consumption of others, it is not considered a market failure. Nonetheless, some goods and services fall under market failures due to externalities or negative externalities, making it challenging for the market to efficiently allocate resources. Krause uses the example of a lighthouse to illustrate his point. Despite its importance, a lighthouse cannot be excluded from consumption, and its usefulness does not decrease with more individuals consuming the service. However, the state can step in and provide this service as an external offset this failure.
00:45:00 In this section, Martin Krause discusses the concept of monopolies in the market and how they can lead to reduced competition and increased prices. He argues that what is important is not the quantity of participants in the market but rather the barriers that exist to entry. Krause provides two examples to illustrate this point: the Chicago School of economics and the Olympic Games competition. In the first example, he describes a hypothetical situation where he tried to enter an Olympic Games competition and was told that there were no available spots, despite his qualifications. In the second example, Krause discusses how some Olympic Games athletes were not allowed to participate because there were not enough spots available. In both cases, Krause argues that it is the barriers to entry that are the key factor in determining the level of competition and pricing in the market.
00:50:00 In this section, the speaker discusses the concept of externalities and the various solutions that have been proposed to address them. They mention that the most common solution is subsidies and taxes, but debate whether this is the only viable option. The speaker also touches on the definition of externalities and the difficulty of earning a profit from providing solutions to externalities. They discuss the example of lighthouses and how they have historically been provided by the government because they are a public good. The speaker suggests that this is a clear example of why externalities often require government intervention to be addressed. They also mention the concept of solutions institutionales and how they can help to solve these issues.
00:55:00 In this section of the video, Martin Krause discusses how markets solve problems without the need for government intervention. He mentions the example of the television, which was initially thought to be a public good that needed to be provided for by the government. However, it was eventually proved that the market could solve this problem through the use of advertising and competition. Krause also discusses other issues such as information asymmetry and externalities that markets need to address. He argues that the market is an effective institution for resolving these problems.

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In the video titled "La teoría de las fallas del mercado | Martín Krause", Martin Krause discusses the importance of understanding systems theory and its relationship to policy decisions. He argues that machines can create problems that humans cannot solve, the anthropomorphizing of machines can lead to a flawed understanding of the system, and the concept of apatía racional can lead to poor policy decisions. Additionally, Krause discusses the concept of voting and how it relates to the market economy, the problems with majoritarianism in politics, and the detrimental effects of monopolies on the economy. He also critiques machine-driven agricultural practices and suggests a shift back to traditional farming methods.

01:00:00 In this section, Martin Krause discusses the importance of understanding systems theory and how it relates to policy decisions. He argues that machines can create problems that humans cannot solve, and that theanthropomorphizing of machines can lead to a flawed understanding of the system. Krause also discusses the concept of apatía racional and how it can lead to poor policy decisions. He illustrates this point by comparing the decision-making process in politics and the supermarket, arguing that the consequences of one's actions can be difficult to predict and that politicians have less incentive to stay informed. Overall, Krause emphasizes the importance of understanding complex systems and considering all the possible variables when making decisions.
01:05:00 In this section of the video, Martín Krause discusses the concept of voting and how it relates to the market economy. He uses the example of a supermarket to illustrate how people make choices and how political candidates are selected. Krause explains that just as in a supermarket, people cannot select everything they want, they must choose between different options. Similarly, in politics, voters must choose between different candidates, and their preferences are measured by the percentage of votes they receive. This process is seen as flawed because it does not take into account the intensity of preferences. According to Krause, political analysts are brought in on election day to try to determine what people truly wanted based on their voting patterns. However, Krause also notes that this information is limited and that political decisions often have unintended consequences. He warns that the political system is not perfect and that there are imperfections that need to be addressed in order to improve it. Krause concludes by pointing out that political decisions are a complex and ongoing process, and it is important to approach them with caution and understanding.
01:10:00 In this section of the transcript, the speaker discusses the concept of majoritarianism in politics and how it can lead to the exploitation of minority interests. The speaker uses the example of protectionism in agriculture, where countries may prioritize their own farmers over international farmers, creating a monopoly for domestic production that can lead to corruption and abuse of power. The speaker suggests that a proportional representation system and constitutional checks and balances can help mitigate some of these issues in Latin America, but ultimately the success of any solution involves addressing the fundamental monopolistic nature of the state. The speaker acknowledges that some of the solutions he suggests may not be feasible or easy, but emphasizes the importance of taking imperfect solutions into consideration and working towards incremental progress.
01:15:00 In this section, the speaker discusses how a monopoly, while it may have its advantages, can also be detrimental to the economy. Specifically, the speaker notes that monopolies can create barriers to entry and limit competition, thus limiting innovation and technological advancements. The speaker also mentions how monopolies can be combatted through practices like regulation and antitrust laws, as seen in the evolution of the telecommunications industry having progressed from fixed phones to mobile phones. Additionally, the speaker mentions how the current state of affairs is something that can be improved through the introduction of competition and distributional competition thanks to globalization. The speaker also delves into how the practice of subsidization of businesses hinders the versatility of resources, making it difficult to attract foreign investment or to know which businesses will survive in the long term.
01:20:00 In this section, Martin Krause discusses the role of agriculture in society and how it has been an important part of human activity for centuries. He also talks about the lobby system in place, explaining how it is not always bad as it can also defend the rights of minorities. Additionally, he critiques the machine-driven agricultural practices and suggests that people should shift back to traditional farming methods.