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Linear Algebra and Optimization for Economists

Original title: Álgebra lineal y optimización para el análisis económico.

Authors: Jorge Chávez and Marcelo Gallardo.

Foreword: Professor Cesar Martinelli.

Publisher: Fondo Editorial PUCP.

Year: 2025. ISBN: 9786123351045.

The book covers vector spaces, linear systems, topology in real normed vector spaces, convex sets, Farkas' Lemma, convex functions, unconstrained and constrained optimization, smooth comparative statics, and economic applications such as pure exchange economies.

Book Presentation

The book was presented at the Auditorio CCSS Gustavo Gutiérrez, PUCP. The recording of the launch is available here: presentation video.