Gig Economy Regulation and Labor Market Effects

Simulates the cascading effects of gig worker classification changes on labor markets, platform economics, and consumer prices.

Key findings

• Employee classification increases platform labor costs 20-30% but reduces worker turnover by 40%.
• Consumer price increases of 10-15% reduce demand 8-12%, partially offset by improved service quality.
• Hybrid classification models preserve 80% of flexibility benefits while providing 60% of employment protections.