Measuring Distribution and Mobility of Income and Wealth

This collection of studies provides insights into income and wealth distribution, mobility, and the impact of policies aimed at addressing inequality in Measuring Distribution and Mobility of Income and Wealth.

The book Measuring Distribution and Mobility of Income and Wealth presents a comprehensive collection of twenty-three studies that delve into the latest developments in the analysis of income and wealth distribution, as well as mobility. With a growing focus on economic inequality, this volume addresses critical questions regarding whether individuals are confined to their economic positions and how these circumstances may evolve over time, either during a person's life or across generations. The research not only quantifies inequality and mobility but also investigates the historical, economic, and social factors that influence these outcomes, alongside the role of public policies in shaping them.

Divided into five distinct sections, Measuring Distribution and Mobility of Income and Wealth begins with an examination of observable patterns of income inequality and the shifts in earnings distribution. It then transitions into a thorough analysis of wealth inequality, highlighting the complexities involved in defining and measuring wealth. Following this, the book provides new insights into the intergenerational transmission of inequality, exploring the underlying mechanisms that perpetuate these disparities.

The subsequent sections focus on the impact of various policy interventions aimed at reducing inequality and the challenges associated with integrating household-level data from diverse sources, such as surveys and administrative records, with aggregate data. The final section emphasizes the importance of enhancing the comparability of survey data with national income accounts data, thereby contributing to a more nuanced understanding of economic inequality in contemporary society.