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Cost information needs for Brazilian local politicians’ decision-making

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  • Giseli Pereira Sarmento da Silva
  • Ariel Behr

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The authors demonstrate how local politicians can more effectively utilize cost information. By identifying the types of decisions that can be guided by cost information, this article offers an up-to-date and detailed framework for understanding the application of cost information in local governments. The authors provide tested and practical guidance to politicians and managers on how to strategically use this information to achieve organizational goals.

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  • Giseli Pereira Sarmento da Silva & Ariel Behr, 2026. "Cost information needs for Brazilian local politicians’ decision-making," Public Money & Management, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 46(4), pages 446-456, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:pubmmg:v:46:y:2026:i:4:p:446-456
    DOI: 10.1080/09540962.2025.2455142
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