This paper proposes a method for detecting income classes based on the change-point problem. There is an increasing demand for such a method in the literature. Computation of polarization indices requires a pre-grouping of the incomes. Similarly, indices of social exclusion and sometimes indices...

The European Union is mass conglomerate of 28 nations states designed to promote economic growth, prosperity and a high standard of living within its boundaries. However, is that objective being achieved in a uniform manner throughout all countries in the Union? Have the legislations been enough...