The links between finance and inequality: channels and evidence (English)

This paper focuses on the relationships between inequality and finance. In principle, a better financial system can help overcome barriers, and thereby increase economic growth and reduce inequality. Indeed, a more developed, that is deeper, financial sector has been shown to aid economic growth. Financial reform will only reduce inequality, however, if it improves access for more individuals with growth opportunities. Reforms thus need to broaden...

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Claessens, Stijn;

Perotti,Enrico C.;
Document Date
2005/03/13
Document Type
Working Paper
Report Number
33652
Volume No
1
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1
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World,
Region
Other,
Disclosure Date
2010/07/01
Disclosure Status
Disclosed
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The links between finance and inequality: channels and evidence
Keywords
financial reform

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Claessens, Stijn; Perotti,Enrico C..

The links between finance and inequality: channels and evidence (English). Washington, DC: World Bank. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/594991468135945215

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