1. An economic sector that does not generate tangible goods or direct economic value; activities that are considered non-essential or do not contribute to material production
The government classified public administration as part of the unproductive sector in their economic analysis.
O governo classificou a administração pública como parte do setor improdutivo em sua análise econômica.
2. Industries or services that provide value but do not create physical products, often including government services, entertainment, or bureaucratic functions
Some economists debate whether the service industry should be considered an unproductive sector.
Alguns economistas debatem se a indústria de serviços deve ser considerada um setor improdutivo.