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Area of Science:

  • Econophysics
  • Agent-Based Modeling
  • Computational Economics

Background:

  • The Yard-Sale Model is a well-established wealth exchange model.
  • Its macroscopic behavior conceals complex microscopic dynamics.
  • Understanding agent strategies is crucial for wealth distribution analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the Yard-Sale Model at the microscopic level.
  • To identify optimal agent strategies for wealth maximization.
  • To analyze the impact of agent rationality on system dynamics and wealth distribution.

Main Methods:

  • Microscopic analysis of agent transactions within the Yard-Sale Model.
  • Optimization of agent strategies using a genetic algorithm.
  • Introduction and evaluation of varying levels of agent rationality based on environmental information.

Main Results:

  • Optimal strategies were identified that maximize individual agent wealth.
  • Rational agents demonstrated improved decision-making regarding interactions.
  • A parameter region was identified exhibiting power-law wealth distribution.
  • Incorporating rational agents increased collective wealth inequality.

Conclusions:

  • Microscopic analysis reveals complex agent behaviors in wealth exchange models.
  • Genetic algorithms can effectively train agents to develop optimal wealth-maximizing strategies.
  • Agent rationality significantly influences both individual success and overall system inequality.