We trace the linkages between fiscal episodes and sustainable development in 72 advanced and emerging and developing economies. The findings suggest that fiscal expansions are positively associated with economic growth, which, in turn, is positively linked with sustainable development. On the...

We trace the linkages between the episodes of fiscal expansion and consolidation in 72 advanced and emerging and developing economies. The findings suggest that fiscal expansions are positively associated with economic growth, which in turn is positively linked with better sustainable...