Between Ethics and Economics (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781009483711)

What ethical norms and obligations apply to economic agents such as companies and consumers? This question sits between two distinct strands of thought: ethics and economics. While economic behaviour often centres on self-interest and competition, ethical thinking emphasises empathy and cooperation. Business ethics seeks to bridge this divide--but past approaches have leaned too heavily toward either moral idealism or economic detachment. This book proposes a more balanced framework, where both ethical and economic reasoning have their place. Drawing on historical and contemporary debates, the authors examine key issues including the profit motive, justice in prices and wages, market harms, the limited liability corporation, and corporate social responsibility. The resulting theory is sensitive to the unique moral dynamics of market contexts and their broader societal consequences. Between Ethics and Economics is essential reading for anyone interested in how ethics and economics intersect in today's marketplace.

Author: Joakim Sandberg,Adrian Walsh
ISBN-10: 1009483714
ISBN-13: 9781009483711
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2026
Pages: 260
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d