An interpretation of the Kalecki price equation

Abstract

The purpose of this note is to discuss the linear version of Kalecki’s price equation. First, the pertinence of the restrictions imposed by Kalecki to the value of the parameters of the equation is examined. Then, the economic meaning of these parameters is made explicit. Fi-nally, in the light of the previous discussion, a reinterpretation of the Kaleckian price equation is suggested.

JEL Classification: D40; D47