Quantitative Economic History

Quantitative economic history is the study of past economies using data, statistics, and mathematical methods. It aims to understand economic changes over time—such as growth, inequality, or trade—by analyzing large sets of historical information like prices, wages, or production figures. This approach allows historians and economists to identify patterns and test theories about how economies develop and respond to different events or policies. By combining history with quantitative analysis, it provides a clearer, evidence-based picture of economic history, helping us learn from the past to better understand present and future economic issues.