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An integrated approach for the measurement of inequality, poverty and richness
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We propose a new and integrated approach to the measurement of inequality in
income distribution, poverty, and richness. In the context of the poverty and richness
measures, we consider the three dimensions usually analysed – incidence, intensity, and
severity. The proposed broad set of indicators is easy to calculate and is based on a neutral
income inequality concept. The method also allows an objective interpretation of the values
for each measure, a decomposition according to households’ characteristics, and an immediate
comparison of the results between countries and time periods. We illustrate the application of
the measures with data from Portugal.
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Income inequality Poverty Richness Measurement
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ISCTE - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa