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  • Better economy for the majority in 2026

    The 2026 central government budget contains several different changes that affect household finances. Men benefit most from the proposals because they have, on average, higher earned income than women. Low-income earners with children, who are entitled to housing allowance, are the household type that gains the most from the reforms.

  • Economic equalisation between individuals and households 2022

    Publicly funded welfare services enable people to receive the health care, social protection and education they need at different stages of life. By adding the value of welfare services to disposable income, income inequality is reduced.

  • Those with the lowest incomes are most affected by the 2017 central government budget

    The central government budget contains a wide range of changes that affect household finances. Households with the lowest incomes will experience the largest change in their financial situation as a result of the changes in the central government budget. However, the differences are relatively small in all income groups.