Matías Brum

Matías Brum

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Matías Brum is a prominent Uruguayan economist known for his expertise in poverty measurement and public policy. He gained attention in recent news for his analysis of the updated poverty line in Montevideo, which reflected a significant increase in the poverty rate due to more accurate methodologies and consumption patterns. Brum has advocated for better data to inform public policies, emphasizing that the recent findings offer a clearer picture of poverty in Uruguay, ultimately aiding in the development of effective social programs.

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Matías Brum wrote a thread on X explaining some of the changes included in the new poverty measurement.

barrio a barrio, el mapa de pobreza en Montevideo en gráficos
El Observador·UruguayUruguay· 2025-05-14
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