The fiscal deficit reflects a high level of public spending
The demographic structure of the workforce implies rapid aging
Pension expenditures projections are large (2010-60)
Product market regulation remains restrictive despite reforms (2008)
The minimum wage as a percentage of average monthly earnings
Educational achievement
Socio-economically advantaged students attend schools with higher level teachers
Relative poverty is drifting up
Total public social expenditures and inequality reduction
Population and employment developments