Regional indicators: Analytical aspects

Authors

  • Alberto José Figueras Universidad Nacional de Córdoba , Argentina image/svg+xml
  • Ariel Rubio Universidad Nacional de Córdoba , Argentina image/svg+xml

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52292/j.estudecon.2026.5469

Keywords:

Regional indicators, location indicators

Abstract

This article examined several regional indicators within a ‘limited information context.’ The objective was to offer insights into the accurate interpretation of their potential values. To achieve this, we studied various indicators identified in the literature, such as the Location Coefficient, and discussed them analytically, ultimately proposing new names as an outcome of our reflections. In line with this, we also formulated additional indicators. Finally, we presented various concentration indicators, categorizing them as either ‘absolute’ or ‘relative.’

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Published

2026-01-05

How to Cite

Figueras, A. J. ., & Rubio , A. . (2026). Regional indicators: Analytical aspects. Estudios económicos, 43(86), 233–252. https://doi.org/10.52292/j.estudecon.2026.5469

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