Ronak Jain

Ronak Jain is an Assistant Professor of Economics of Development and Child Welfare at the University of Zurich. Her work lies at the intersection of development and behavioural economics. Her research leverages field experimentation and observational data.
Before completing her PhD in Economics at Harvard University, she received an MPhil from the University of Oxford and a BA from the University of Cambridge.

Street vending: Understanding emotional markups and market interactions
Despite the ubiquity of street vending in urban landscapes and its significance as a livelihood choice among the poor, it is challenging to collect comprehensive data on vendors – especially children. Based on fieldwork in Delhi, this article analyses buyer-seller interactions and transactions, to understand behaviour on both sides of this informal market. Understanding the complexities of street vending and street-connected children can serve as a crucial input into building resilient and inclusive cities.
