The randomized trial literature has helped to renew the field of microeconometric policy evaluation by emphasizing identification issues raised by endogenous program participation. Measurement and attrition issues have perhaps received less attention. This paper analyzes the dramatic impact of...

We analyze the consequences of counseling provided to job seekers in a standard job search and matching model. It turns out that neglecting equilibrium effects induced by counseling can lead to wrong conclusions. In particular, counseling can increase steady state unemployment although counseled...

Cette étude analyse la dynamique des flux de travailleurs au cours du cycle conjoncturel à partir de deux types de données : l'enquête Emploi de l'Insee et les listes de demandeurs d'emploi inscrits à Pôle emploi. Des transitions mensuelles sur le marché du travail sont ainsi construites...