Economic history is a sub-discipline of history that studies the economic aspects of human societies and cultures over time. It involves the analysis of trends, events, and policies that have shaped the economic development of nations and regions. Economic historians examine topics such as economic growth, inflation, trade, financial markets, labor markets, and technological innovation through the lens of historical data and theories. By studying the economic history of societies, researchers aim to gain insights into the factors and mechanisms that have influenced the economic prosperity or decline of nations throughout history.