Lago-Peñas, SantiagoCadaval-Sampedro, MaríaHerrero Alcalde, AnaFernández-Leiceaga, Xoaquín2025-11-042025-11-042025-09-01Herrero-Alcalde, A.; S. Lago-Peñas; M. Cadaval-Sampedro; X. Fernández-Leiceaga (2025): “Understanding citizens’ knowledge and preferences for fiscal equalization in decentralized countries”, Regional & Federal Studies, https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2025.25515991743-9434https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2025.2551599https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14468/30757The registered version of this article, first published in Regional & Federal Studies, is available online at the publisher's website: Taylor and Francis Group, https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2025.2551599La versión registrada de este artículo, publicado por primera vez en Regional & Federal Studies, está disponible en línea en el sitio web del editor: Taylor and Francis Group, https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2025.2551599This paper examines citizens' knowledge about the design and outcomes of regional fiscal equalization in Spain and identifies the factors explaining citizens' preferences regarding the degree of equalization. We find deficient information and a lack of a well-informed and unequivocal opinion. The paper also highlights the complexity of citizens' preferences regarding interregional redistribution, influenced by factors such as regional per capita income and collective identity. These findings are not only relevant for Spain but also provide valuable insights for other nations undergoing decentralization processes, emphasizing the importance of early and comprehensive discussions to avoid future challenges and conflicts.esinfo:eu-repo/semantics/embargoedAccess5304 Actividad económica5303 Contabilidad públicaartículofiscal equalizationfiscal federalismcitizens’ preferencesinterregional redistribution