Reviving the “Model” requires reducing real wages

The "model" implemented from 2003 relied on twin surpluses (fiscal and foreign). Since both were generated by the reduction of real wage, as a consequence of the strong currency devaluation, once real wages were restored to the pre-crisis level the economy stagnated. To reestablish the "model", it is necessary not only to devaluate but also to ensure that the wage increases are less than the devaluation of the dollar and inflation. Promoting public policies seeking a rise in productivity and competitiveness appears to be a more promising alternative in order to achieve growth without deteriorating real salaries.   

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