Distributional Inequalities Up Against Income and Consumption

Abstract

This research delves into the important issue of economic inequalities highlighting its importance from a humanitarian standpoint as well as for inclusive growth which is crucial for achieving sustainability. Focusing on Pakistan, it analyses factors influencing the distribution of income and consumption nationally as well as provincially using data from the Household Integrated Economic Survey (HIES). Employing the Conditional as well as Unconditional Quantile Regressions method, this study evaluates the impact of various determinants on all sections of the earnings distribution. The finding underscores the multifaceted nature of distributional inequalities, influenced by various endogenous as well as exogenous factors including individual characteristics and labour market characteristics.