This paper empirically applies the statistical approaches to the phenomenon of polarization generated by Esteban, et al. (1999) and Gradín (2000) in order to quantify the evolution of the middle class in Mexico and the role of various household attributes in the formation of groups during...

In this work we propose a new estimator for Zenga's inequality measure in heavy tailed populations. The new estimator is based on the Weissman estimator for high quantiles. We will show that, under fairly general conditions, it has asymptotic normal distribution. Further we present the results...

We present an exercise to account for changes in an indicator into components of a welfare aggregate. The decomposition presented in this paper focus on the distribution of the welfare variable rather than a decomposable indicator. Thus, it is a statistical exercise in which we assume that we...

For a long time, poverty measurement has been based strictly on a monetary approach. Since Sen (1976), many poverty measures have been proposed based on an axiomatic foundation, like the Sen (1976) measure, the class of FGT measures (1984), the Shorrocks (1995) measure, otherwise known as the...

The article presents a reflection on the impact of technology on the world of work and its risks in Portugal developed at OAT over the last years of research in the area. The text presents a brief historical overview of the impact of technological development on the world of work. Below is a...

This paper examines working conditions and standards in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on the key challenges faced by workers and the initiatives undertaken to improve their situation. Drawing from academic sources and international organization reports, this analysis seeks to...

Teleworking in Spain has experienced a steady growth since the beginning of the 21st century. In 2006, only 5.22% of Spanish workers engaged in this modality, and growth remained minimal until the COVID-19 crisis. Since 2020, countless studies have been published on the effects of this work...

Telework in Sweden has seen significant growth in recent years, with nearly 25% of workers engaging in telework by 2012, compared to only 10% in 2006. Despite this rise, few studies have explored the psychological effects of telework in Sweden, particularly in terms of job satisfaction,...

The global transition to working from home, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has fundamentally transformed traditional work patterns. In France, where work-life balance is culturally emphasized, this change presents unique challenges This study analyzes data from 66,839 French workers...

The wholesale and retail trade sector in Italy represents a crucial pillar of the national economy, contributing significantly to GDP, employment, and investment. This study analyzes the sector's performance from 2014 to 2023, highlighting the trends, challenges, and opportunities that have...