Women work, on average, 7.5 hours per week more than men because of the double burden—domestic chores and paid work. Although they have a higher education schooling rate, they also work more hours.
Fiscal reforms and the reduction of interest rate are not enough for a substantial recovery of economic growth, according to a letter published by the Institute for Applied Economic Research (IPEA), released today (Dec. 5).
A report entitled Carta Conjuntura, released today (Jun. 27) by the Institute for Applied Economic Research (IPEA), says the economic crisis facing Brazil is starting to lose momentum, even though there is still a long way to go before the country is fully recovered.