Tax revenue instability and tax revenue in developed and developing countries

Purpose This paper aims to explore the effect of non-resource tax revenue instability on in developed and developing countries. Design/methodology/approach The analysis has used an unbalanced panel data set 146 countries over period 1981–2016, as well two-step system generalized methods moment approach. Findings empirical suggested that influences negatively share gross domestic product. magnitude this negative is higher less than relatively advanced materializes through public expenditure instability: exerts a degree increases. Finally, economic growth volatility rises, inflation increases terms trade Research limitations/implications main policy implication policies help ensure stability also contribute improving countries’ share. For example, governments’ measures cope with or prevent severe adverse effects shocks economies (shocks could translate into instability) would ultimately enhance performance. Practical implications severity current COVID-19 pandemic shock (which supply demand shock) macroeconomic uncertainty it generated – inter alia, instability, are likely result losses. Governments both surely learn from management crisis so prepare for possible future economic, financial health crises view dampening their effects, including here effects. Originality/value To best author’s knowledge, topic being addressed literature first time.