the economic history of the Roman Empire

The Roman Empire's economy was diverse, blending agriculture, trade, and manufacturing. Initially, it thrived on farming and conquest, boosting wealth through conquests and resource control. As the empire expanded, trade flourished across Europe, Asia, and Africa, exchanging goods like spices, wine, and textiles. Roman coins facilitated commerce, but economic stability later faced challenges from inflation, over-reliance on slave labor, and political turmoil. In its later years, economic decline and internal strife contributed to the empire’s fall, highlighting the complex interplay between military strength, economic management, and external pressures.