expanding equilibrium; expansionary equilibrium
A situation where two or more parties (e.g., nations, companies) increase their efforts or resources in a competitive cycle, yet the overall balance of power or scale remains roughly the same. Often used in economics, international relations, and game theory.
An arms race is a classic example of an expanding equilibrium.
The capital investment rivalry between the two companies is creating an expanding equilibrium.
After trade friction, the two countries finally achieved an expanding equilibrium.
The government is aiming for an expanding equilibrium through market liberalization.
均衡 is the general word for 'balance/equilibrium', whereas 拡大均衡 specifically denotes a balance maintained while both sides keep growing.
拡大均衡 describes a balance reached through mutual expansion, while 縮小均衡 describes a balance reached through mutual contraction.
Compound of 拡大 (expansion) and 均衡 (equilibrium). The term is a modern coinage used primarily in technical discourse.