Capitalism Quote by Joan Robinson
“Rosa Luxemburg maintained that the capitalist system can keep up its rate of investment (and therefore its profits) only so long as it is expanding geographically.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Accumulation of Capital,” 1930s Marxist economic analysis
Capitalism only sustains profit by expanding into new markets; without geographic growth, investment and profits decline.
In simple terms: Capital needs new markets to stay profitable.
Consider sustainable economic models beyond endless expansion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- policy planning
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist to endless geographic expansion?
- How can economies thrive without constant growth?
Expansion is not the only path, but alternatives are complex.