The Effects of Fiscal Measures during COVID‐19

Pragyan Deb, Davide Furceri, Jonathan Ostry, Nour Tawk and Naihan Yang

Journal of Money, Credit and Banking, 2025, vol. 57, issue 6, 1597-1621

Abstract: This paper empirically examines the effects of fiscal measures during COVID‐19, using a novel database of daily fiscal policy announcements—classified by type of fiscal measure—and high‐frequency economic indicators for 52 countries from January 1 to December 31, 2020. Results suggest that fiscal policy announcements have been effective in stimulating economic activity, boosting confidence, and reducing unemployment, but their effect varies by type of measure and country characteristics. Emergency lifeline measures are more effective when containment policies are stringent, providing cashflow support to most affected firms and households. Demand support measures are more effective when containment measures are relaxed.

Date: 2025
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