Macro-Distributional Implications of VAT Reform Supporting Public Investment in Cabo Verde
Selected Issues Papers, March 10, 2026
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- Authors: Daniel Cunha, Dawit Tessema, Peter C Wankuru
- Published: March 10, 2026
- Series: Selected Issues Papers
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798229041850.018
Overview and authorship
- Title: Macro-Distributional Implications of VAT Reform Supporting Public Investment in Cabo Verde
- Authors: Daniel Cunha, Dawit Tessema, Peter C Wankuru
- Publication date: March 10, 2026
- Series: Selected Issues Paper No. 2026/020
- Volume: 2026
- Issue: 020
- Pages: 29
Core findings
- VAT reform can strengthen fiscal space.
- VAT reform can support growth.
- VAT reform may be regressive without accompanying measures.
- Targeted transfers can offset distributional impacts, supporting inclusive and sustainable growth.
Analytical focus and subjects
- Consumption, Expenditure, Income, National accounts
- Public investment spending
- Taxes, Value added tax
- Econometric models and scenario comparison (including an upside scenario)
- Monetary aspects referenced: Central bank policy rate, Interest rate policy, Long term interest rates, Monetary transmission mechanism
Keywords and thematic elements
- Cabo Verde
- Value-added tax; VAT reform
- Public investment spending
- Income; Consumption
- IMF country; IMF staff
Publication identifiers and access
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798229041850.018
- Stock No: SIPEA2026020
- ISBN: 9798229041850
- ISSN: 2958-7875
Source: Macro-Distributional Implications of VAT Reform Supporting Public Investment in Cabo Verde, Selected Issues Papers, March 10, 2026.
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