OECD Working Paper ‘Intergovernmental fiscal transfers and fiscal equalisation in a time of consolidation’ examines how selected countries adapt their fiscal equalisation systems
On Monday, June 30, 2025, the OECD Working Paper ‘Intergovernmental fiscal transfers and fiscal equalisation in a time of consolidation’ was released and published on the website of the OECD. During periods of fiscal consolidation, governments must balance tighter budgets with equitable service delivery. This paper examines how selected countries adapt their fiscal equalisation systems under such pressures, identifying design features that preserve inter-regional fairness while maintaining efficiency. It finds ...