The World Distribution of Household Wealth
Published By: UNU-WIDER on eSS | Published Date: February, 25 , 2008There 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(890) | Download (810)