2024
DOI: 10.1007/s12232-024-00455-w
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Gender differences in old-age poverty in 14 EU countries: exploring the role of household structure

Kati Ahonen,
Susan Kuivalainen

Abstract: The risk of poverty among older people varies widely across countries and between men and women. This is usually explained by reference to institutional differences in pension systems or differences in employment histories. However, many other factors also come into play. In this paper we argue that, to avoid biased conclusions, it is necessary to take into account the role of household structure. This study of 14 European Union (EU) countries investigates the impact of household structure on gender difference… Show more

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