Beschreibung:
By delving into the political dynamics underlying a costly business environment, the book provides the reader with novel insights into crony capitalism and inequality, with a focus on Brazil. It argues that the root cause of a costly business environment is the collusion between political actors, bureaucrats and business insiders.
1 Cronyism, growth and inequality 2 Crony capitalism actors, continuity and change 3 Industry leaders and political engagement 4 The politics of taxation in Brazil 5 Pharmaceuticals 6 Agriculture 7 Conclusion