Abstract Gross Domestic Product (GDP) remains the primary indicator of economic health and national success. However, the search for the “best” GDP—an optimal state of sustainable, inclusive growth—requires a nuanced understanding of its determinants. This paper examines the theoretical and empirical drivers of GDP, contrasting the Solow-Swan growth model with modern Endogenous Growth Theory. By analyzing the impact of capital accumulation, labor force quality, and Total Factor Productivity (TFP), this study identifies the conditions under which nations achieve peak economic performance. Furthermore, we explore the limitations of GDP as a welfare metric and discuss alternative indices that may better represent the "best" economic outcomes for society.
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The Solow model posits that GDP growth is driven by capital accumulation, labor growth, and exogenous technological progress. According to this model, an economy reaches a "steady state" where investment equals depreciation. The "best" GDP in this framework is achieved by maximizing the savings rate to reach a higher steady state, though the model predicts diminishing returns to capital. This explains why developed nations cannot simply "build" their way to infinite growth through infrastructure alone. Paper Title: Determinants and Estimation of “Best” GDP:
In contrast to Solow, Endogenous Growth Theory argues that technological progress ($A$) is the result of intentional investment in research and human capital. Here, the "best" GDP is achieved not by adding more labor, but by increasing the stock of knowledge. This model suggests that policy choices—such as subsidies for R&D and education—can permanently raise the growth rate of GDP. GDP’s Manufacturing Edge:
To understand what drives the "best" GDP, we must look at the fundamental production function:
$$Y = A \cdot F(K, L)$$
Where: