Exploring the Commercial Logic and Profit Models of the Sharing Economy

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10.2991/978-94-6239-701-9_66How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Sharing economy; Commercial logic; Profit model; Platform economy; Value creation

Abstract

The sharing economy, as a model that leverages internet platforms to integrate idle resources, has experienced rapid global growth in recent years and has profoundly influenced traditional industries. This paper focuses on the commercial logic and profit models of the sharing economy. First, the introduction presents the research background, significance, current state of related studies both domestically and internationally, and the research methodology. Second, the study analyzes the core commercial logic underlying the sharing economy. It then identifies the main challenges faced by existing profit models and proposes optimization strategies such as refined operations, diversified revenue sources, differentiated competitive advantages, and enhanced compliance measures. Finally, the conclusion summarizes the essential characteristics of the sharing economy’s commercial logic and profit models. This study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the intrinsic operational mechanisms of the sharing economy and to offer insights for improving its profitability.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Yun Liu
AU  - Shuang Zhou
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/07/30
TI  - Exploring the Commercial Logic and Profit Models of the Sharing Economy
BT  - Proceedings of the 2026 11th International Conference on Social Sciences and Economic Development (ICSSED 2026)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 651
EP  - 657
SN  - 2352-5428
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6239-701-9_66
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-701-9_66
ID  - Liu2026
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