To deal with the problem of underestimation of top incomes in household surveys, we propose a methodology to combine the income distributions of the Brazilian 2010 Census (survey) and of 2010 DIRPF (personal income tax reports). The method consists on estimating a system of non-response weights...

The platform economy offers new employment opportunities, with ridesharing gaining popularity for its flexibility and low entry costs. While previous studies focused on high-income countries, the global nature of ridesharing suggests varying impacts across nations. This essay examines...

The platform economy emerged as a new employment opportunity for many workers. Ridesharing became especially popular given its low entry costs and flexibility. Several studies have already contributed to understanding ridesharing’s implications for workers and the economy, mainly focusing on...