Publications by authors named "Callum Ward"
Dialogues Hum Geogr
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- Definition of Assets
- : An asset is characterized as both a resource and property that generates income through its sale price, which is determined by the capitalization of its revenue streams.
- Importance of Income Generation
- : For financial operations involving assets to be valid, there must be a tangible source of income that can be claimed through property rights, which involves processes like enclosure and rent extraction.
- Focus of Assetization in Geography
- : The concept of assetization is crucial for understanding the creation of asset classes and the geographical implications of these processes, as it highlights the broader societal changes related to enclosure and income generation.
Dialogues Hum Geogr
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- We respond to criticisms regarding our definition of assetization, particularly focusing on its accounting aspects and the similarities it shares with financialization.
- We explore the connection between the concepts of value and valuation, highlighting how they relate to our understanding of assetization.
- Looking ahead, we propose an agenda that considers the political aspects of assetization, particularly in relation to externalizing future costs and the challenges posed by increasing inflation.
