Measuring the Coupling Coordination between Technological Innovation and Financial Development in Anhui Province

Zeyang Bian; Long Jiang

doi:10.63313/EBM.9209

Authors

Zeyang Bian University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200093, China Author
Long Jiang University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200093, China Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63313/EBM.9209

Keywords:

Technological innovation, Financial development, Coupling model, Entropy weight method

Abstract

Integrating technology and finance drives regional economic expansion. Using municipal data from Anhui Province (2012–2020), we construct an evaluation index via the entropy weight method and apply a coupling coordination model to track system evolution. The analysis reveals upward, albeit fluctuating, trajectories for both sectors. Notably, their relationship progressed from severe dysfunction to an advanced, technology-driven coupling. However, a pronounced spatial imbalance remains, ranking Central Anhui first, followed by the Southern and Northern regions. This study offers actionable evidence for narrowing inter-city divides and guiding targeted regional reforms.

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