Manuel Urquidi
Manuel Urquidi is an economist known for his research on the effects of salary increases in Bolivia. His work includes a comprehensive evaluation of a 20% salary increase implemented in 2013, which revealed significant adverse effects on employment, including a rise in informal employment and decreased job vacancies for skilled workers. His findings highlight the importance of evidence-based policy-making in addressing economic challenges, particularly in a context where the Bolivian labor market faces considerable distortions and low productivity.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolivia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 11,673,021 | 5,207 | $40,000 | 18$ |
| Totals | 1 | 11,673,021 | 5,207 | $40,000 | 18$ |
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Bolivia:
Manuel Urquidi and co-authors evaluated the effects of a previous wage increase, highlighting significant job losses in the formal sector.
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