New measures for global poverty How do we erase poverty? A new book takes a look at recent developments in the analysis of household behaviour on prices and how we measure poverty, taking a fresh look at an age-old problem. Ranjan Ray Department of Economics Has the World Bank got a problem with its poverty figures? The World Bank has claimed a significant decrease in global poverty. But has it set the measurement bar too low? Ranjan Ray How do we best measure poverty? Poverty isn't just a lack of income - it is about being deprived of access to clean water, sanitation, healthcare and education. Countries around the world are re-evaluating how they measure these needs. Gaurav Datt
