Discover how competitive equilibrium balances supply and demand in markets, maximizing economic efficiency for profit-driven producers and value-seeking consumers.
Christina Majaski writes and edits finance, credit cards, and travel content. She has 14+ years of experience with print and digital publications. Robert Kelly is managing director of XTS Energy LLC, ...
In the context of markets, equilibrium is when there's a balance between supply and demand, causing prices to stabilize. When there's an imbalance between supply and demand, prices tend to fluctuate ...