Broadband Infrastructure Construction and Consumption Inequality

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Broadband infrastructure reduced household consumption inequality, particularly benefiting rural and inland areas.
The significant finding indicates that the Broadband China program led to increased household income and social connections.
Utilizing panel data from 2012 to 2018, this research employed a staggered difference-in-differences design.
The results support the notion that improving digital infrastructure can aid disadvantaged groups in accessing resources.

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Analysis shows broadband access reduced consumption inequality in China, suggesting better access for disadvantaged households.

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