Principle of intercooperation and growth models

  • Eba Gaminde Egia University of Deusto, Spain
DOI: https://doi.org/10.18543/baidc-59-2021pp183-211
Keywords: intercooperation, integration, second degree cooperative, cooperative group, Mondragon Group, mixed cooperative, intercooperative agreement

Abstract

The actual context of ever-growing markets, with a trend towards globalization and liberalization of economies, has created the appropriate context for increased competition among its participants. That´s why larger, more competitive, and more dynamic business forms are necessary to improve competitiveness and ensure survival. Therefore, the cooperative, like the rest of business entities, has to grow to survive. But, what are the possible growth models? Is it possible to undertake this process without losing the cooperative essence? This article analyzes the intercooperation modalities regulated by our current legislation, specifically, State and Basque laws, as well as a clear close reference: Mondragon Group.

Received: 27 May 2021
Accepted: 23 September 2021

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Author Biography

Eba Gaminde Egia, University of Deusto, Spain

Doctora en Derecho. Profesora de Derecho mercantil. Email

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Published
2021-12-21
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Gaminde Egia, Eba. 2021. “Principle of Intercooperation and Growth Models”. International Association of Cooperative Law Journal, no. 59 (December), 183-211. https://doi.org/10.18543/baidc-59-2021pp183-211.
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No. 59 (2021): Cooperation between co-operatives
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