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The incidence of VAT with an informal sector

Who pays for VAT in the presence of an informal sector?

TaxDev publishes new tax policy appraisal and costing manuals and templates

One of the key functions of tax policy units is to develop and assess tax policy proposals. What problem do the proposals try to address?

Tax policy costing manual

The effect of proposed tax policy changes on revenue collections is one of the most important considerations for policymakers.

Tax policy appraisal manual

This manual provides a simple framework for tax policy practitioners to use in assessing tax policy options.

Fiscal consolidation after COVID-19: issues and policy options in sub-Saharan Africa

Since Spring 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impacts on the public finances of both developed and developing countries.

Effective taxation of the mining sector

Alternatives to income-based taxes for mining

Rwanda publishes its third tax expenditure report

Rwanda’s tax expenditure report for 2019/20 was completed and published in May 2021.

How developing countries can boost their property tax revenues: evidence from Mexico City

Developing countries raise less revenue as a share of GDP than higher-income countries in general, but the gap is striking for property taxes in particular (see Figure 1).

Is VAT really neutral?

Do VAT rates affect the competitive behaviour of firms?

Taxing property in developing countries: theory and evidence from Mexico

Property taxes in developing countries are plagued by noncompliance and can exacerbate liquidity constraints.

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