Income Inequality : The Gap between Rich and Poor / Brian, Keeley.

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Keeley, Brian, author.

Contributor:

SourceOECD (Online service)

Series:

OECD insights

OECD Insights ;

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Employment.

Social Issues/Migration/Health.

Economics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Place of Publication:

Paris : OECD Publishing, 2015.

Summary:

Income inequality is rising. A quarter of a century ago, the average disposable income of the richest 10% in OECD countries was around seven times higher than that of the poorest 10%; today, it's around 9½ times higher. Why does this matter? Many fear this widening gap is hurting individuals, societies and even economies. This book explores income inequality across five main headings. It starts by explaining some key terms in the inequality debate. It then examines recent trends and explains why income inequality varies between countries. Next it looks at why income gaps are growing and, in particular, at the rise of the 1%. It then looks at the consequences, including research that suggests widening inequality could hurt economic growth. Finally, it examines policies for addressing inequality and making economies more inclusive.

Contents:

Foreword

Introduction

How does income inequality affect our lives?

How can governments respond to income inequality?

What are income and wealth?

What's happening to income inequality?

Why is income inequality rising?

Bibliography.

Notes:

Title from title screen (viewed May 1, 2017).

ISBN:

9789264250024

9789264246010

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.