The Fundamentals of Minimum Wage Fixing
Eyraud, Francois / Saget, Catherine The minimum wage is an economic and social policy tool that is both powerful and flexible. Drawing on a comprehensive database of the principal legal provisions and minimum-wage fixing mechanisms in 100 countries, this book sheds light on its intricacies by providing a thorough overview of the institutions and practices worldwide. It outlines the main topics for debate concerning the effects of minimum wages on major social and economic variab...