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Fiscal policy

Definition

Finance and Economy Ministry of Finance

Government policy on raising revenue and spending public money to support economic and social objectives.

Example: The Budget explains how fiscal policy supports growth while maintaining long-term sustainability.

Also known as: fiscal policies

Context: Fiscal describes government revenue and expenditure. It does not create a distinct Singapore meaning for fiscal year; Singapore Government usage is financial year.

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