IMF DATA

The IMF's World Revenue Longitudinal Database (WoRLD) is a comprehensive dataset that tracks government revenue trends since the early 1980s. With data for 195 countries, including 191 IMF member countries, WoRLD provides policymakers, researchers, and the public with invaluable insights into the evolution of the level and composition of revenues and tax revenues. It is a unique, consistent, and reliable source for comparing countries around the world, helping to shape policies that support development objectives. Updated annually, the database and accompanying technical note provide a concise overview of recent revenue developments, data revisions, and methodological improvements, making it an essential resource for understanding revenue mobilization developments at the global level.