This paper discusses Argentina's preparedness to implement a structural fiscal balance (SFB) rule. The authors conclude that the country does not yet have the conditions required to consider establishing an SFB rule. From the 11 preconditions outlined, Argentina only meets two of them -debt...

This paper discusses whether the preconditions for implementing a fiscal rule that includes a structural fiscal balance component are met in Costa Rica. It concludes that from the 11 preconditions, the country does not meet one, and three others are fulfilled only partially: Costa Rica needs a...

This paper presents an estimation of the structural fiscal balance for Trinidad and Tobago, and discusses the current situation of the country in meeting the preconditions for the establishment of a structural fiscal balance target. The authors makes some recommendations, which include a...