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PIMIENTA GALLARDO, Raúl Barutch; HUBER BERNAL, Gerardo  e  OCEGUEDA HERNANDEZ, Marco Tulio. Depreciation of Human Capital in Mexico: evidence by gender and Technology-Intensive sectors, 2005-2024. Anál. econ. [online]. 2026, vol.41, n.107, pp.51-72.  Epub 10-Ago-2026. ISSN 2448-6655.  https://doi.org/10.24275/uam/azc/dcsh/ae/2026v41n107/pimienta.

The study analyzes the depreciation of human capital in Mexico between 2005 and 2024 using ENOE microdata and extended Mincer equations estimated through robust MM regressions. Three main hypotheses are confirmed: the returns to experience have steadily declined (from 3% in 2005 to 1.6% in 2024); depreciation is faster in technology-research and development intensive sectors compared to knowledge intensive sectors, where skill obsolescence reduces labor profitability; and women, despite achieving higher educational levels, obtain lower returns to experience, particularly in technological environments. Salary simulations show that the gender gap widens as work experience increases. Overall, the results reveal a growing inequality in human capital valuation and highlight the need for continuous training and wage-equity policies in response to technological change.

Palavras-chave : Human Capital; Work experience; Gender; Technology; Wage returns.

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