Crescimento do número de microempreendedor individual na região metropolitana de Maceió-AL

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the importance of Individual Microentrepreneurs (MEIs) for the economy of the Metropolitan Region of Maceió, from 2010 to 2022. The research investigates the growth in the number of MEIs in Alagoas and, specifically, in the Metropolitan Region of Maceió, highlighting their representativeness in relation to the local population and their socioeconomic impacts. The research, of a bibliographic and documentary nature, is based on data provided by agencies such as Sebrae and IBGE. The study reveals that the increase in the number of MEIs is associated with factors such as the simplification of the formalization process, structural unemployment and the increase in informality, especially after periods of economic crises. In addition, it identifies that this modality has promoted greater social and economic inclusion, but faces limitations such as difficulties in accessing credit, technical qualification and low competitiveness in the formal market. It is concluded that, although the growth of MEIs represents an advance in formalization and income generation, it is necessary to expand public support and training policies to guarantee the sustainability of these initiatives in the region.