The World Distribution of Household Wealth

Published By: UNU-WIDER on eSS | Published Date: February, 25 , 2008

There has been much recent research on the world distribution of income, but also growing recognition of the importance of other contributions to well-being, including those of household wealth. Wealth is important in providing security and opportunity, particularly in poorer countries that lack full social safety nets and adequate facilities for borrowing and lending. [Discussion Paper No. 2008/03]

Author(s): James B. Davies, Anthony Shorrocks, Edward N. Wolff | Posted on: Nov 25, 2010 | Views(813) | Download (810)


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