Intertemporal allocation of social assistance transfers: A systematic literature review
Abstract
This systematic review aims to investigate the intertemporal allocation of government transfers among social assistance beneficiaries. Using the PICOS framework, the study synthesizes empirical evidence on consumption patterns, saving behavior, and liquidity constraints (e.g., payday effects). The review covers studies from 2000 onwards in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Financial Literacy
Pension
Retirement Analysis
Gender
Labor
and Family Dynamics
Poverty
Education
and Child Welfare
Publication details
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint