The present study examines the distribution and impact of the transfers directed, by definition, to the low-income population (hereafter, social assistance). During the period observed, both the volume and the number of recipients increased considerably. Those benefits appeared to be moderately...

The study examines distribution and impact of the transfers directed by definition to thelow income population (hereafter: the social assistance). During the period observedboth the volume and the number of recipients increased considerably. Those benefits appeared to be fairly effective as a...

Properties of three types of equivalence scales obtained through the matching estimations are compared. The scales are derived by estimating the effect that demographic variables have on the houshold expenditures. The types estimated include: i/ matching on common values of well-being covariates...

This study investigates the relationships between various types of poverty in Poland. Monetary poverty is examined together with subjective poverty and with a concept of deprivation-based poverty conceived as lacking particular dwelling resources. The results reveal quite important discrepancies...

Purchasing power parities are calculated using the index number defined as a ratio of cost functions in two price situations. The definition does not require similarity of preference across countries. Necessary parameters are estimated using translogarithmic Hicksian budget shares. The results...