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The '''economy of [[Urcea]]''' is a highly developed {{wp|Social market economy|social market economy}}. It is the largest in the world.
The '''economy of [[Urcea]]''' is a highly developed {{wp|Social market economy|social market economy}}. As part of the [[Occident]], Urcea has an industrialized, advanced economy. It has the world's largest GDP. The [[Taler]], currency of Urcea and the [[Levantine Union]], is one of the world's currencies of record, and its strength is partly attributable to its basis in the Urcean economy. The Urcean economy is fueled by high worker productivity, a well developed transportation infrastructure system, a large labor force, and considerable natural resources. Urceans enjoy one of the highest average incomes in the world, and Urcean society is characterized by relatively small income inequality. The impact of {{wp|Catholic social teaching}} is significant on the economy, both in its institutions and outlook. The collaborative [[Guilds (Urcea)|Urcean guild system]] is designed along Catholic principles to avoid labor conflict, and the Urcean finance system is based on the principles of [[Levantine banking and finance|Levantine finance]].


The Urcean economy experienced rapid growth in the late 20th century due to increasing economic modernization and technological innovations, allowing an average 3.1% growth rate between 1972 and 1999, after which point the economy began to slow down and "normalize" relative to potential growth in productivity. The economy has additionally seen a major growth period since the end of the [[War of the Northern Confederation]], as the "nuclear revolution" in energy has fueled a major boom due to plentiful and cheap energy.
The Urcean economy has always been among the world's largest due to its large population size and extensive commercial history. It became the world's largest without rival during the {{wp|industrial revolution}}, which completely altered life in the country and led to extensive urbanization. The Urcean economy experienced rapid growth in the late 20th century due to increasing economic modernization and technological innovations, allowing an average 3.1% growth rate between 1972 and 1999, after which point the economy began to slow down and "normalize" relative to potential growth in productivity. The economy has additionally seen a major growth period since the end of the [[War of the Northern Confederation]], as the "nuclear revolution" in energy has fueled a major boom due to plentiful and cheap energy.


The impact of {{wp|Catholic social teaching}} is significant on the economy, both in its institutions and outlook. The collaborative [[Guilds (Urcea)|Urcean guild system]] is designed along Catholic principles to avoid labor conflict, and the Urcean finance system is based on the principles of [[Levantine banking and finance|Levantine finance]].
Urcea's economy is divided into forty statutory industries; within these industries, every firm and their workers are federated together into [[Guilds (Urcea)|guilds]]. Unlike many other industrialized countries, much of Urcea's economic regulation takes the form of self-regulation within the guilds. The guilds, which feature equal representation between employers and labor, are responsible for setting labor conditions, minimum wage, and other related policy areas. Most guilds also pool resources in order to provide benefits of some form, reducing the burden of businesses within the guild while simultaneously providing sound retirements and, in some cases, health insurance, for its members. Urcea's guilds exercise wide authority over the economy, as they not only self-regulate but also are responsible for approving any proposed trade deals with foreign nations through the [[Gildertach]].
 
Urcea's economy is divided into forty statutory industries; within these industries, every firm and their workers are federated together into [[Guilds (Urcea)|guilds]]. Unlike many other industrialized countries, much of Urcea's economic regulation takes the form of self-regulation within the guilds. The guilds, which feature equal representation between employers and labor, are responsible for setting labor conditions, minimum wage, and other related policy areas. Most guilds also pool resources in order to provide benefits of some form, reducing the burden of businesses within the guild while simultaneously providing sound retirements and, in some cases, health insurance, for its members. Urcea's guilds exercise wide authority over the economy, as they not only self-regulate but also are responsible for approving any proposed trade deals with foreign nations. The guilds are assembled with elected representatives for each guild in the [[Gildertach]], Urcea's upper legislative chamber, and in the Gildertach they have the limited authority to approve or disapprove trade laws and the ability to change the guild law, under which the guilds are governed. Because of the guild system and the nation's economic philosophy, Urcea enjoys low class antipathy and relatively low income inequality.
 
The Urcean economy is highly integrated with that of its [[Levantine Union]] neighbors.


The Urcean economy is highly integrated with that of its [[Levantine Union]] neighbors. It is among the world's largest exporters and importers.
==Employment==
==Employment==
===Guilds and labor===
===Guilds and labor===

Revision as of 14:07, 24 May 2023

Economy of Urcea
Kingswood, the central financial district in Urceopolis.
CurrencyTaler (₮)
1 April - 31 March
Trade organisations
Levantine Union
Country group
Advanced
Statistics
PopulationIncrease 1,674,278,075 (2027)
GDPIncrease $87.539 trillion (nominal; 2027)
GDP per capita
Increase $52,285.03 (nominal; 2027)
GDP by sector
  • X: 48%
  • Y: 30%
  • Z: 11%
  • Real estate: 10%
Population below poverty line
6.8% (2030)
UnemploymentNegative increase 3.1% (2027)
External
Main export partners
Main import partners
Public finances
AAA

All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars.

The economy of Urcea is a highly developed social market economy. As part of the Occident, Urcea has an industrialized, advanced economy. It has the world's largest GDP. The Taler, currency of Urcea and the Levantine Union, is one of the world's currencies of record, and its strength is partly attributable to its basis in the Urcean economy. The Urcean economy is fueled by high worker productivity, a well developed transportation infrastructure system, a large labor force, and considerable natural resources. Urceans enjoy one of the highest average incomes in the world, and Urcean society is characterized by relatively small income inequality. The impact of Catholic social teaching is significant on the economy, both in its institutions and outlook. The collaborative Urcean guild system is designed along Catholic principles to avoid labor conflict, and the Urcean finance system is based on the principles of Levantine finance.

The Urcean economy has always been among the world's largest due to its large population size and extensive commercial history. It became the world's largest without rival during the industrial revolution, which completely altered life in the country and led to extensive urbanization. The Urcean economy experienced rapid growth in the late 20th century due to increasing economic modernization and technological innovations, allowing an average 3.1% growth rate between 1972 and 1999, after which point the economy began to slow down and "normalize" relative to potential growth in productivity. The economy has additionally seen a major growth period since the end of the War of the Northern Confederation, as the "nuclear revolution" in energy has fueled a major boom due to plentiful and cheap energy.

Urcea's economy is divided into forty statutory industries; within these industries, every firm and their workers are federated together into guilds. Unlike many other industrialized countries, much of Urcea's economic regulation takes the form of self-regulation within the guilds. The guilds, which feature equal representation between employers and labor, are responsible for setting labor conditions, minimum wage, and other related policy areas. Most guilds also pool resources in order to provide benefits of some form, reducing the burden of businesses within the guild while simultaneously providing sound retirements and, in some cases, health insurance, for its members. Urcea's guilds exercise wide authority over the economy, as they not only self-regulate but also are responsible for approving any proposed trade deals with foreign nations through the Gildertach.

The Urcean economy is highly integrated with that of its Levantine Union neighbors. It is among the world's largest exporters and importers.

Employment

Guilds and labor

All employers and businesses in Urcea, including the Government of Urcea itself, are arranged in a system of guilds. Guilds, sorted by industry, are the self-governing bodies of the economy which internally regulate most labor laws and workplace conditions as well as having the authority to set the minimum wage within the guild. Guilds are comprised of representatives of both business owners and labor unions, and each guild has local branches at the provincial and municipal levels which are partly responsible for appointed "vested" members who hold special decision-making authority within the guild structure. Guilds are represented in the Gildertach, which is the sole body which can determine and approve laws relating to guilds and also holds power to approve certain trade deals. Adherence to the guild system is enforced by the Office for Guild and Workforce Affairs. The guild system has been cited by several studies as being a primary reason for low reported levels of class antipathy in Urcea, and several economists have suggested that the system has greatly reduced class inequality.

Budget and public finances

Debt

Regulation

As a social market economy, the Urcean economy is subject to significant regulations. The primary regulator is the Ministry of Commerce on most issues, especially trade and finance. The guilds themselves, in tandem with the Ministry of Commerce, oversee labor conditions within the country.

Sectors

Agriculture

Agriculture is a major industry in Urcea. Urcea's fair climate and sweeping plains, particularly within the Valley are perfect for growing both wheat and maize, and the country exports both of these in large numbers, particularly to countries circling the Odoneru Ocean. As a consequence of the wheat surplus, the dairy industry became large in the 19th century and is another important sector in the economy today, with milk being another major export besides being consumed in most homes across the country. Another sector that benefits from the nation's agricultural strength is beer production, and in the province of Goldvale hops and wheat for brewing purposes are grown in large quantities. Goldvale's Upriver Brewing Company produces Royal Billion, which is Urcea's best selling beer. In the south of Urcea, and especially in Canaery, wine production is a major industry. Urcea is home to the world's largest honeybee population due in part to the country's abundant agricultural lands, which provide ample food sources for the bees, as well as the government's efforts to protect and conserve honeybee populations. As a result, Urcea is one of the world's leading producers of honey and other bee-related products, and its honey is known for its high quality and distinctive flavor.

Manufacturing

Arms manufacturing

Arms manufacturing is the largest part of Urcea's manufacturing sector. It encompasses a wide variety of activities, ranging from the production of small arms to large ships for the Royal Navy as well as various aircraft. This sector also produces significant goods for the civilian economy in the form of surplus, not only small arms but shipping, vehicles, and other logistical equipment.

Tourism

Tourism is a major industry in Urcea, providing about 14% of all economic activity when including revenue from hotel, airfare, activity at restaurants, shops, and other ancillary tourist activities. Urceopolis has been the top tourist destination in Urcea since the advent of global travel, with the Papal State and Christian holy sites serving as the top draws followed by Great Levantine ruins and historic sites.

Real estate

Finance

The finance sector in Urcea is large and plays a major role in most economic activity. Its revenue figures and traditional growth metrics are smaller (in relative terms) than most other major non-Levantine industrialized nations due to the confines placed on the finance system by the principles of Levantine banking and finance, which typically prohibits traditional interest payments.

Service sector

The general service sector makes up the majority of Urcean economic activity. As an urbanized nation, Urceans rely on the retail sector for nearly all basic necessities, requiring a large workforce to fulfill them and creating large revenues.

Public sector

The public sector is an important part of Urcean economic life, but its impact is spread disproportionately. It is one of the largest economic sectors of the Archduchy of Urceopolis, where the Urcean government and bureaucracy are based, but has a smaller impact by contrast in the remaining provinces and crownlands.

Energy

The energy sector in Urcea has been one of the fastest growing and most robust sectors of the economy since the beginning of the Deluge.

Others

Railways

In Urcea, all rails, switches, and any other infrastructure necessary for the provision of rail travel is publicly owned, but all cars and services are privately owned. Accordingly, railway companies play a major role in the economy. The vast majority of internal freight within Urcea is shipped by rail, making these companies significant contributors of economic activity with a large labor force.

Currency

Regional differences

The economy of Urcea is varied and cannot be understood without taking the regional differences into account.

The Valley and Ionia

Gassavelia and Transionia

Gassavelia and Transionia are the parts of Urcea that encompass most of its eastern border, and accordingly it is the part of Urcea most heavily integrated with its Levantine Union neighbors.

Southern Urcea

Northern Urcea

Canete Region

Trade

Urcea's trade relations primarily involve countries in Levantia owing to the lack of tariffs within the Levantine Union, though trade agreements between Urcea and other countries, such as Kiravia, have been growing more prevalent in the 21st century. Urcean economic interests in Crona have lead to greater trade across the Levantine Ocean, with a particular emphasis on new markets in New Harren, which serves as a hub for trade goods in the eastern hemisphere and a gateway for goods to flood back to Levantia. Urcea traditionally suffered a fairly large trade deficit mostly reliant on exporting food and other goods to Sarpedon, but with the rise of the Nysdra Sea Treaty Association and development of markets in Crona - in addition to increased trade with Caphiria - the nation has enjoyed a trade surplus fairly regularly since 2014.

Political issues

Model Economy

Role of the guilds

Degree of regulation