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dynamic measure permits us to focus on inequality as well as distinguish between countries where per capita income growth was …
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the previous SDN on inequality and growth by focusing on the role of redistribution. It finds that, from the perspective … and equality on the other. Indeed, there is a strong case for considering inequality and an inability to sustain economic … of the best available macroeconomic data, there is not a lot of evidence that redistribution has in fact undercut …
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. In the end, the U.S. possessed a modern financial system able to finance innovation and growth. At a time when Europe is …
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aging population and ameliorating income inequality. This paper argues that a gradual increase in social spending could …
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This document presents a profile of poverty, and indicates briefly the stakes and challenges involved, using available quantitative and qualitative data to specify the targeted objectives to be reached. Actions to be taken are then positioned within a macroeconomic framework for which short- and...
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This paper focuses on the Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) for the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe. The National Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper represents the result of analyses of the country’s current situation as well as a set of proposals designed to rout the...
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-evaluation framework. Surprisingly, we find that the welfare costs of inequality outweigh the benefits of growth in most cases. These … calculations support the case for a research agenda that treats not only growth but also inequality as a priority. …
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combination, on GDP and inequality. We focus on three dimensions of financial inclusion: access (determined by the size of … inclusion, GDP, inequality, and the distribution of gains and losses. …
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findings indicate that increases in national income have a significant moderating effect on income inequality: a one percent … could help reduce income inequality. …
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Despite the rapid economic growth and poverty reduction, inequality in Asia worsened during last two decades. We focus … suggests that fiscal redistribution, monetary policy aimed at macro stability, and structural reforms to stimulate trade … prosperity. In particular, scenario simulations based on our results suggests that the effect of expanding fiscal redistribution …
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