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Measuring Fiscal Decentralization : Exploring the IMF’s Databases
International Monetary Fund - 2011
database with fiscal data for several levels of government. The data show that in many countries, revenue collection remains …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014399352
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A Historical Public Debt Database
International Monetary Fund - 2010
This paper describes the compilation of the first truly comprehensive database on gross government debt-to-GDP ratios …, covering nearly the entire IMF membership (174 countries) and spanning an exceptionally long time period. The database was … data are linked to the IMF World Economic Outlook (WEO) database to facilitate regular updates. The paper discusses the …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014402998
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Central African Republic; Second Review Under the Three-Year Arrangement Under the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility, Requests for Waivers of Nonobservance of Performance Crite...
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2008
This paper reviews the Central African Republic’s three-year arrangement under the poverty reduction and growth facility. Concerns about the social impact of higher fuel prices have delayed implementation of an automatic pricing formula and caused serious fiscal losses. The new financing...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244185
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Georgia; 2006 Article IV Consultation, Third Review Under the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility, and Request for Waiver of Performance Criteria: Staff Report; Staff Statement;...
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2006
This 2006 Article IV Consultation highlights that Georgia’s economy has performed well over the last two years, and the fiscal turnaround has been impressive. Since the change in government in late 2003, Georgia has demonstrated strong fiscal performance and a renewed commitment to press...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244202
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Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; Second Review Under the Stand-By Arrangement and Request for Waiver of Performance Criteria and Rephasing of the Program: Staff Report; Staff...
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2007
This paper discusses the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia’s Second Review Under the Stand-By Arrangement and Request for Waiver of Performance Criteria and Rephasing of the Program. The 2007 fiscal deficit target increased modestly to 1 percent of GDP. Taxes were cut and budget...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244281
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Benin; Third Review Under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2012
This papers discusses Benin’s third review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement. The re-election of the President and the regained majority in Parliament have provided a window of opportunity for reforms. All performance criteria and most quantitative targets have been met, but...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244285
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Ireland; Tenth Review Under the Extended Arrangement
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2013
Ireland’s strong policy implementation and market conditions have improved macroeconomic indicators to show positive signs. However, an uncertain medium-term outlook could hamper the prospects. Bank supported recovery through timely action on lingering financial sector issues has been...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244425
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Bosnia and Herzegovina; 2008 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion; and Statement by the Executive Director for Bosnia...
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2008
This Article 2008 IV Consultation highlights that Bosnia and Herzegovina’s economy has been exhibiting robust growth, but imbalances have emerged. The current account deficit has widened and underlying inflation has picked up. Procyclical fiscal policy has added to these imbalances....
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244605
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Bosnia and Herzegovina; Report on the Observance of Standards and Codes: Data Module, Response by the Authorities, and Detailed Assessment Using the Data Quality Assessment Framewo...
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2008
Data dissemination practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina meet many of the General Data Dissemination System recommendations for dissemination of macroeconomic statistics in terms of coverage, periodicity, and timeliness. Executive Directors suggest strengthening the mandate of the Bosnia and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011244747
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Jamaica; 2005 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Staff Supplement; and Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2006
This 2005 Article IV Consultation highlights that the economic activity in Jamaica has been adversely affected by shocks. Real GDP contracted sharply in late 2004 following the devastating effects of Hurricane Ivan. Thereafter, while output recovered, it was dampened by the poor performance of...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011245004