Insight Report2021 US Tax Tracker #1: IRS Issues $48 Billion in Refunds Coresight Research March 4, 2021 Reasons to ReadEach year, the IRS reports tax return filings and refunds on a weekly basis, until the April 15 deadline. In this report, we look at what happened in the first week of the 2021 tax filing season, which started on February 12 this year. Refunds are down compared to the same time last year, but up significantly compared to the first week of the 2020 filing season. Filings are down compared to the same time last year, but up significantly compared to the first week of the 2020 filing season. The IRS rolled out some new features, including making forms available in a range of languages besides English and allowances for charitable deductions under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Act. Click here to read our wrap-up report on the 2020 tax filing season. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: US CPG Sales Tracker: Sharp Beauty Rise Drives CPG Growth in December 2024Leveraging Digital Services, AI and Quick Commerce for Competitive Advantage: Global Learnings for US Retail and E-CommerceAnalyst Corner: Is Shein’s Fashion Model a Template for Environmental Sustainability? with John MercerEssential Guide to Groceryshop 2025: Harnessing AI, Shopper Insights and Retail Media to Build Future-Ready Commerce