Brief Study: Economic Impacts of Universities of Applied Sciences in Austria in 2025
Universities of Applied Sciences (FH/HAW) are much more than just educational institutions: they are a measurable economic factor for Austria.
Category: Studies
Study: Affordable Housing in Graz
Providing affordable housing is one of the key economic and social challenges facing growing cities.
Policy Note 67: Biotechnology in Austria and Europe
Europe has a strong scientific foundation in the life sciences, but is increasingly losing ground in the global competition in biotechnology.
Economic Impact of an Increased Bank Levy
In a recent study commissioned by RTR, EcoAustria analyzes the future of telecommunications and digital regulation against the backdrop of profound technological and structural changes in the ICT sector.
The Future of Telecommunications and Digital Regulation
In a recent study commissioned by RTR, EcoAustria analyzes the future of telecommunications and digital regulation against the backdrop of profound technological and structural changes in the ICT sector.
Policy Note 64: Measures to strengthen European competitiveness with a focus on start-ups and scale-ups
Europe’s competitiveness is under pressure. The productivity gap with the US has steadily widened in recent decades, particularly in the technology sector, where the productivity of US companies has risen massively, while it has largely stagnated in Europe.
Location advantages through infrastructure
Study by EcoAustria and WIFO estimates the regional economic effects of investments.
Brief analysis 28: Does Austria need an energy crisis mechanism?
As part of the energy market reform, the federal government is planning to introduce an “energy crisis mechanism” that could guarantee households a maximum electricity price of ten cents per kilowatt hour in future. At the same time, the government bill to amend the Price Act includes the possibility of a nationwide determination of fixed prices for end customers.
Policy Note 63: Export potential in times of geopolitical uncertainty
Austria’s foreign trade is a key driver of economic growth. However, this engine is increasingly stuttering. The reasons for this – in addition to domestic factors – are growing geopolitical uncertainties and crises, the weakening German export economy and China’s technological catch-up process.
Policy Note 62: Austria’s competitiveness and the requirements of an industrial strategy
The current EcoAustria Competitiveness Index (ECI) shows no real trend reversal in the first half of 2025 either: Austria continues to lose competitiveness in a European comparison.
Energy prices as a location factor
A recent EcoAustria study commissioned by NEOS Lab highlights the central importance of energy policy for Upper Austria as a business location.
Policy Note 61: Public-private fund of funds model and complementary VC policy in Austria
On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, Energy and Tourism (BMWET), EcoAustria has investigated how Austria’s underdeveloped venture capital market can be strengthened.
The AI revolution: impact and potential for Austria
On behalf of the Federal Chancellery, EcoAustria looked at how artificial intelligence (AI) is already changing economic processes in Austria, which sectors are particularly affected and which political measures are necessary to make the best possible use of the resulting potential.
Effects of the ESC 2026 on Austria’s economic performance
The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2026 will not only be a major cultural event for Austria, but also an important economic factor. This is shown by a recent EcoAustria study commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, Energy and Tourism.
Economic impact of the state-commissioned aed initiative “Best Practice Austria”
The Best Practice Austria (BPA) program is an effective instrument for promoting institutional reforms in partner countries, for raising the international profile of Austrian administrative excellence and for generating new export opportunities for domestic companies.
Policy Note 60: Austria with declining competitiveness
The competitiveness of the Austrian economy is becoming increasingly negative. As the current EcoAustria Competitiveness Index (ECI) for the fourth quarter of 2024 shows, the phase of stagnation that could be observed until around 2022 has solidified into a phase with a downward trend in 2023 and 2024.
Policy Note 59: Reconstruction in Ukraine – challenges and potential for Austrian companies
Since the start of the Russian war of aggression in February 2022, Ukraine’s economic output has plummeted. According to international estimates, real GDP had fallen to around 77% of its pre-war level by the end of 2024. In addition, large parts of the infrastructure, industrial facilities and residential buildings were destroyed. The current reconstruction requirement … Continued
E-commerce creates €13.1 billion in added value and 250,000 jobs in Austria
E-commerce makes a significant contribution to Austria’s economic performance – this is confirmed by a recent study conducted by the economic research institute EcoAustria on behalf of Amazon.
Labor market-specific effects of family care needs
Caring for parents is increasingly becoming a labor market stress test for many working people in Austria. A recent EcoAustria study commissioned by ERSTE Foundation concludes that the need for family care is a measurable trigger for part-time employment, early retirement, the use of partial retirement and withdrawal from working life.
Positive employment effects of raising the retirement age for women
The gradual increase in the statutory retirement age for women in Austria is beginning to have an effect: A recent EcoAustria brief analysis concludes that the reform has led to a significant increase in employment among 60-year-old women.
EcoAustria on the government program 2025-2029: Pension reform falls short
Sustainable security requires an increase in the statutory retirement age
Economic aspects of the online drug trade
Study commissioned by Redcare Pharmacy / Shop Apotheke
New study shows urgent need for action on climate adaptation in Austria
Adaptation measures secure jobs, strengthen the economy and significantly reduce climate damage.
In gratitude and memory of Hannes Androsch
It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Hannes Androsch, one of the most influential personalities in Austrian business and politics.
Policy Note 58: Effects of possible consolidation measures on the economy and long-term value creation
In a recent study commissioned by the NEOS Lab, EcoAustria examined the expansion of childcare in Styria in terms of costs and benefits for the province and its regional economic performance. Two different scenarios were analyzed in this context.
Focus on Austria as a tax location: Demands on the future federal government
A new study conducted by EcoAustria together with Deloitte Austria emphasizes the urgent need for tax reforms in order to strengthen Austria as a business location and drive economic recovery.
Expansion of childcare in Styria
In a recent study commissioned by the NEOS Lab, EcoAustria examined the expansion of childcare in Styria in terms of costs and benefits for the province and its regional economic performance. Two different scenarios were analyzed in this context.
Pension systems in Europe: challenges and best practices
In a recent study commissioned by Young Economy, EcoAustria shows that new forms of work have the potential to trigger economic effects and important impulses for the domestic economy in the coming years.
Update and Extension of the EU Labour Market Model
In a recent study commissioned by the Austrian Raiffeisen Association, EcoAustria shows that regional value creation strengthens the resilience and innovative power of the domestic economy.
New Work: Opportunities, challenges and policy recommendations
In a recent study commissioned by Young Economy, EcoAustria shows that new forms of work have the potential to trigger economic effects and important impulses for the domestic economy in the coming years.
Government Redistribution Day Analysis of the net fiscal contributions of net contributors in Austria
In a recent study commissioned by the Salzburg Chamber of Commerce, EcoAustria shows that net contributor households in Austria work exclusively for the state every year until June 28 and only then for their own pockets. Unlike previous studies, this new study reveals the full dimension of state redistribution for the first time.Specifically, Austria has … Continued
Economic effects of regional economic activity
In a recent study commissioned by the Austrian Raiffeisen Association, EcoAustria shows that regional value creation strengthens the resilience and innovative power of the domestic economy.
Extending working hours as an instrument
This study examines the extent to which an extension of normal working hours by 2.5 hours per week or to a maximum of 41 hours per week can contribute to a strengthening of labor supply and economic output.
Expansion of childcare in Upper Austria
On behalf of Neos Lab, EcoAustria analyzed the expansion of childcare in Upper Austria in terms of costs and benefits for the province and its regional economic performance. Specifically, three different scenarios were simulated.
The effects of a reduction in non-wage labor costs on the economy and competitiveness
Austria’s economic situation deteriorated significantly in 2023. Specifically, real GDP shrank by 0.7 percent.
Labor shortage in tourism and its impact on the industry and location
At a time when climate protection and the limitation of climate change are more than ever at the center of national and international efforts, a new study by the economic research institute EcoAustria, conducted on behalf of oecolution austria, provides crucial insights into the debate on the economic strategy for achieving climate targets.
Economic evaluation and effects of property-related taxes
At a time when climate protection and the limitation of climate change are more than ever at the center of national and international efforts, a new study by the economic research institute EcoAustria, conducted on behalf of oecolution austria, provides crucial insights into the debate on the economic strategy for achieving climate targets.
The economic impact of a reduction in working hours in Austria
EcoAustria has analyzed and evaluated the economic impact of a reduction in working hours for Austria.
Reforming the labor market with an 8-point plan
EcoAustria was commissioned by the Vienna Chamber of Commerce to investigate the potential and possibilities for strengthening the labor supply in Austria.
Falling emissions and positive growth rates are linked
At a time when climate protection and the limitation of climate change are more than ever at the center of national and international efforts, a new study by the economic research institute EcoAustria, conducted on behalf of oecolution austria, provides crucial insights into the debate on the economic strategy for achieving climate targets.
Prospects for the future product portfolio of Austrian foreign trade
On the one hand, the aim of this study is to shed light on the long-term and current developments in the Austrian export industry based on the concept of path dependency and economic complexity.
Study on the fiscal and economic effects of asylum and displaced persons migration
Study on the fiscal and economic effects of asylum and displaced persons migration
Efficiency of public benefits and services of the federal state of Tyrol and its municipalities
EcoAustria Benchmarking looks at efficiency potential in the areas of general administration, compulsory education, nursing care and childcare.
Expansion of childcare by 2030 associated with additional costs of up to 4.5 billion euros
In a recent study, the economic research institute EcoAustria calculated the additional financial costs and staffing requirements of expanding institutional childcare in Austria.
Effects of energy price developments on Upper Austria’s economy
This study, commissioned by the Federation of Austrian Industries Upper Austria, shows that Upper Austria is more affected by these developments than other federal states due to its energy intensity.
Study: Blending with fuels to achieve CO2 reduction targets in transport
Study commissioned by the Austrian Automobile, Motorcycle and Touring Club (ÖAMTC)
3.5 billion euros potential for Austrian exports to South Korea
EcoAustria study commissioned by Samsung forecasts growth opportunities for the domestic economy.
Economic effects of universities of applied sciences in Austria
This study examines the economic effects of universities of applied sciences in Austria. Both supply and demand are analyzed, as well as the role of applied research at universities of applied sciences with regard to the innovation potential of the Austrian economy. By analyzing supply-side and demand-side effects on GDP, the resulting returns for the … Continued
Estimating the economic effects of reintroducing the holding period for securities
This study by the economic research institute EcoAustria examines the effects of the reintroduction of a withholding tax retention period and its impact on key macroeconomic indicators of the Austrian economy. The calculations illustrate the benefits of this policy measure. In principle, it lowers the required rate of return for companies and makes Austria a more attractive destination for investments by domestic investors.
Brief analysis 24: Tackle long-term challenges in winter tourism now!
According to Statistics Austria’s national tourism satellite account, tourism contributed around 29.4 billion euros to Austria’s value added in 2018 and 2019. Specifically, the contribution amounted to 7.5% of total value added. Between 2007 and 2019, revenue in the summer season accounted for an average of just 74% of revenue in the winter season, which underlines the importance of the winter season for Austrian tourism in particular.
Study: Macroeconomic effects of the measures taken by the German government in the context of the COVID-19 crisis
This study was carried out in cooperation with the Austrian Institute of Economic Research, the Institute for Advanced Studies and the University of Vienna on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Finance.
Effects of venture capital and private equity funds in Austria
Austria is one of the countries in which the supply of venture capital and private equity is below average. This shows that venture capital plays an important role for the economy. It contributes to innovation, stimulates employment and investment and enables capital-constrained companies that do not have access to bank loans to develop further.
Brief analysis 22: The economic significance of the Internet in Austria
On behalf of ISPA (Internet Service Providers Austria), the economic research institute EcoAustria has examined the overall economic effects of broadband internet infrastructures and the digital services based on them. The result: both conventional basic broadband networks and modern high-broadband networks hold enormous potential for innovation, productivity and ultimately also for domestic economic growth.
Economic impact of the abolition of cold progression
In an analysis commissioned by the Federal Ministry of Finance, the economic research institute EcoAustria examined the macroeconomic effects of the complete abolition of tax progression.
Social aspects of international trade
On September 29, 2022, Priv.-Doz. Dr. Monika Köppl-Turyna spoke about the social aspects of international trade as part of a webinar organized by the FIW (Competence Center “Research Focus International Business”).
10 EcoAustria annual report confirms suffering competitiveness and increasing labor shortage
The recently published report by the economic research institute EcoAustria sheds light on the most important economic developments in Austria over the last 10 years. When it comes to the labor market and migration, it becomes clear how much Austria’s competitiveness is suffering and how the increasing labor shortage is weighing on economic performance.
Evaluation of the economic benefits of the aed funding program “Best Practice Austria”
In this study, the “Best Practice Austria” program was subjected to an economic evaluation. This is a project funded by the BMDW that aims to promote the exchange of know-how between public administration in Austria and that of other countries.
Study on the economic significance of e-commerce in Austria
In 2020, companies in Austria generated sales of EUR 30.2 billion via websites, apps or online marketplaces – around 80% more than in 2016 (EUR 16.8 billion). As part of a study commissioned by Amazon, EcoAustria examined the economic significance of online retail in Austria and the associated growth impetus for the domestic economy.
Economic impact of the abolition of cold progression
In an analysis commissioned by the Federal Ministry of Finance, the economic research institute EcoAustria examined the macroeconomic effects of the complete abolition of tax progression.
The economic impact of reduced working hours in Austria
Due to rising unemployment and the expansion of short-time working in times of the COVID-19 crisis, the goal of a four-day working week has become increasingly important. EcoAustria has analyzed and evaluated the economic impact of such a reduction in working hours for Austria.
Value creation of startups in Austria
In a new study, EcoAustria presents suitable recommendations for action to increase the number of start-ups in Austria. Innovative start-ups play a particularly important role when it comes to promoting the overall growth potential of an economy.
Ukraine-Russia crisis and its consequences
The invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops has far-reaching political and economic consequences. The crisis also highlights the European economy’s dependence on raw materials from this region. This brief study examines the effects of a sharp rise in the price of natural gas and the suspension of exports to Russia and Ukraine.
Effects of the “Green Deal” on the Lower Austrian economy and industry
The economic research institute EcoAustria has finalized a study on the economic effects of the EU Commission’s “Green Deal”.
Childcare and early childhood education in international comparison: best-practice models
In a new study, EcoAustria presents potential for improvement in early childcare and early childhood education in Austria.
Economic and fiscal effects of the eco-social tax reform
The economic research institute EcoAustria has finalized a study on the economic and fiscal effects of the tax reform, which has two main objectives: CO2 pricing and a reduction in the tax burden in Austria.
Economic policy measures to tackle obstacles to economic growth caused by labor shortages
In August 2021, the number of unemployed people in Austria was 286,277, below pre-crisis levels for the first time since the start of the coronavirus crisis. However, the number of long-term unemployed people has risen sharply and is currently only slowly falling again. At the same time, a continuous increase in the number of job vacancies has been observed for some time.
Overall economic benefits of expanding childcare
The analysis estimates the additional costs that would be associated with an expansion of childcare. An increase in the childcare rate for under-threes is simulated to the extent of reaching the Barcelona target of 33% or by 10 or 20 percentage points …
Austria’s tax burden on income over time
On behalf of the Vienna Chamber of Commerce, EcoAustria has examined the development of wage-related taxes in Austria since 1976. The calculations show that the taxes payable have increased significantly for all income levels considered.
Consolidation of public finances after the corona crisis – calculation update
The COVID-19 crisis and the measures to contain its impact on health, the economy and the income of private households and companies are causing public debt to rise sharply.
Existing burden of greenhouse gas emissions in Austria by energy source
Climate protection is increasingly taking on a dominant role in economic policy. Controlling the behavior of market participants through the use of fiscal instruments is becoming more important.
Identification of factors that contribute ex-ante to the resilience of an economy to health-induced economic crises
The spread of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus caught the world’s governments unprepared and presented them with a Herculean task to contain it.
Further expansion of elementary education necessary
By Philipp
The so-called Barcelona targets of the European Union provide for a massive expansion of childcare facilities for young children up to compulsory school age. Whilst elementary education places for children between the ages of 3 and 5 in Austria …
Reduction of the second and third income tax brackets – brief analysis to assess the economic and fiscal effects
The implementation of the second stage of the tax reform has considerable economic effects.
Measures to strengthen equity
By Philipp
In the coming months and years, companies worldwide will be increasingly threatened by a higher risk of insolvency. In Austria, too, the crisis has exposed problems in the equity base of domestic companies …
Policy Note 46: The impact of digitalization onCO2 emissions
By Philipp
Climate protection and measures to curb climate change are key topics of public debate both nationally and internationally. The digitalization megatrend offers potential for efficiency improvements …
Second stage of the tax reform – brief analysis to assess the economic and fiscal effects
The implementation of the second stage of the tax reform has considerable economic effects. The simulation with the PuMA macro model shows that the reduction in the tax burden will increase gross domestic product by almost 0.5 percent by 2035 compared to without the reform measure.
COVID-19 measures: Status of disbursements and international comparison
By Philipp
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the global economy. Lockdowns and legal closures as well as the resulting demand shock have created the need for extensive government support measures …
Economic education is not a luxury
By Philipp
“I’m almost 18 and have no idea about taxes, rent or insurance. But I can write a poetry analysis. In 4 languages”. This tweet was written in 2015 by a then 17-year-old schoolgirl from Germany …
Budget consolidation taking into account planned revenue-side measures
The Covid-19 crisis and the measures to contain its impact on health, the economy and the income of private households and companies are causing public debt to rise sharply.
Limits to Austria’s autonomous restart, taking into account international supply interdependencies
The COVID-19 crisis, triggered by the global outbreak of the pandemic and the measures introduced in response by the governments of many countries in the form of lockdowns and other restrictions, had a dramatic impact on the global economy and international trade.
A new look at German-Austrian economic relations
By Philipp
Austria and Germany are closely intertwined, both historically and today. 100 years ago, economic relations between the young republics of Austria and Germany were taken to a new level.
ECI 2019/Q4: Medicine against weak growth
By Philipp
Austria’s competitiveness continues to face major challenges. The EcoAustria Competitiveness Index (ECI) has fallen slightly compared to the previous quarter and now stands at 98.0 points…
Policy Note 36: Strengthening the business location for greater prosperity
By Philipp
Following the economic crisis, Austria has developed rather weakly in an international comparison and has built up a growth gap to comparable economies in the eurozone…
Uncertainty clouds growth prospects
By Philipp
Current economic forecasts see Austria on a fairly decent growth path. After an average of 1.8 percent real economic growth in the last 5 years, an average of 1.6 percent is forecast for the next 5 years.
ECI 2019/Q3: Competitiveness weakens in uncertain times
By Philipp
“Austria’s competitiveness is weakening in uncertain times,” says Tobias Thomas, Director of the economic research institute EcoAustria. The EcoAustria Competitiveness Index (ECI), which measures the …
Consider the long-term effects of care financing
By Philipp
A new form of care financing is currently being discussed in Austria. “The topic of care financing is rightly on the political radar, as demographic change will lead to a significant increase in costs in the medium to …
Setting the course for greater prosperity
By Philipp
Austria is currently only moderately attractive for foreign direct investment. A recent study by EY shows that the number of investment projects by foreign companies in Austria is stagnating. The ECI also shows that …
Achieving more growth and prosperity through education
By Philipp
Empirical studies worldwide show a positive correlation between education and economic growth. Education is the knowledge fuel for the economic development of an economy. With an improvement …
Reaping the digital fruits of competition
By Philipp
Due to the digital revolution, more and more products and services have been offered on platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Ebay or Uber in recent years. “Digital business models are creating …
Realizing more prosperity through gold platinum mining
Austria’s economy is burdened with around 500 million euros per year due to the overfulfilment of EU regulations. This is in addition to over 100 million euros per year in public administration.
Shaping migration policy based on facts
By Philipp
Myths keep cropping up in the public debate on migration. According to the EcoAustria study, the statement that politicians are more supportive of immigrants than the Austrian population is inaccurate …
Securing prosperity through structural reforms
By Philipp
Both the current Doing Business Report, the recently published Global Competitiveness Report and the EcoAustria Competitiveness Index emphasize the need for structural reforms …
Tackling challenges on the labor market
By Philipp
There is currently good news from the Austrian labor market. “However, it is too early to sound the all-clear. “There is still a mountain of challenges on the labor market,” says Tobias Thomas.
ECI 2018/Q4: Austria’s competitiveness moving sideways
By Philipp
While competitiveness has risen on average in the EU in recent years, Austria is moving sideways. This is the conclusion reached by the new EcoAustria Competitiveness Index (ECI), which is …
Vorarlberg’s productivity is growing
By Philipp
In an OECD comparison, Austria’s productivity is well in the middle. However, a look at the development shows that it has been stagnating for years. While Vorarlberg is increasing its productivity, Vienna stands out in several respects …
Using infrastructure investments for growth and employment
Investments in high-quality transport infrastructure enhance the quality of the region as a business location. This increases employment and economic output. “Properly made investments in …
Positive overall effect of migration on the national budget
Migration to Austria has a positive impact on employment, investment and economic growth. “Immigration means that…
Integration reduces the negative budget impact of asylum
From 2013 to 2016, 172,000 asylum applications were submitted in Austria. Refugee migration has considerable economic and fiscal …
Studie: Updating of the Labour Market Model
In the fall of 2015, following a competitive process, the European Commission awarded EcoAustria the contract to …
Study: “Redistribution in the pension system”
At the end of 2015, Junge Industrie presented a study prepared by EcoAustria that sheds light on the redistribution effect between individual types of pension. The …
Study: Efficiency potential in the area of state administration
The study “Determination of efficiency potentials in the area of state administration” presents results for the determination of efficiency potentials in Austria’s federal structure.
Study: Support for structurally weak municipalities as part of financial equalization
The study examines institutional and economic interactions between the Austrian fiscal equalization system and the structural weaknesses of rural-peripheral municipalities. Small-scale …
Study: Tax sovereignty at state and municipal level
In an international comparison, federalism in Austria has a particularly low level of autonomy on the revenue side at both state and municipal level.
Study: Regional welcoming culture for Upper Austria
Together with the Department of Migration and Globalization at Danube University Krems, EcoAustria investigated the effects of a welcoming culture for the pilot regions …
Study: Plant closures and relocations in Europe
The study, which was presented on May 28, 2014 as part of the “Economy in Transition” series of events and commissioned by the BMWFW, contains …
Economic effects of companies in Austria 2025
EcoAustria evaluates the economic effects of the reform concept ‘Enterprise Austria 2025’ …
“Bridging Income” – EcoAustria at the Denkwerkstatt St. Lambrecht
Bold perspectives, new ideas and concepts are the topics of the Denkwerkstatt St. Lambrecht, which will take place on April 25, 2013 in …
Meeting on the pension reform initiative
At a joint meeting in March 2013, some of the supporters of the call for pension reform as well as other interested parties and experts discussed …
Symposium Dürnstein “Risk Security”
From February 14 to 16, 2013, the Dürnstein Symposium on the topic of “Risk Safety” took place for the second time, with …
EcoAustria at the OECD-EDRC country review Austria
The OECD-EDRC Country Review Austria 2012/13 took place from November 5 – 9, 2012 in Vienna. The event was attended by …
Discussion on the topic “The big pension check” on ORF
It sounds very simple: everyone only gets out of their pension what they have paid in. And: everyone works as long as they want …
Raiffeisen Insurance Pension Symposium
Austrians make too little private provision – this was the tenor of the Raiffeisen Pension Symposium …
“Contribution accounts on a pay-as-you-go basis – the new world of old-age provision”
On September 24, 2012, “EcoAustria – Institute for Economic Research”, the “European Center for Welfare Policy and Social Research” and …
Presentation of the call for pension reform
Prof. Robert Holzmann (Economist and former Director of Labor and Social Affairs at the World Bank), Prof. Bernd Marin (Managing Director of the European Centre for Welfare Policy), Prof. Christian Keuschnigg …
EcoAustria at the 10th Carinthian Export Day
On June 19, 2012, the 10th Carinthian Export Day took place in Klagenfurt under the motto “Meet the World- BRICS as guests in Carinthia!” …
EcoAustria at the hearing on ESM in Parliament
The European Stability Mechanism ESM was discussed by the Constitutional Committee of the Austrian National Council on June 28, 2012 …
EcoAustria at the professional association of pension funds
At the symposium of the professional association of pension funds on May 15, 2012, EcoAustria Research Director Dr. Ulrich …
EcoAustria at the Economic Committee
At the most recent meeting of the Economic Committee in the Austrian Parliament on May 9, 2012, …
EcoAustria bei “WIFO-Extern”
At the invitation of WIFO, economists Stephan Schulmeister, Gunther Tichy and EcoAustria research director Ulrich Schuh discussed …
“The end of the welfare state?” – EcoAustria discusses with
On March 16, 2012, EcoAustria Research Director Dr. Ulrich Schuh took part in a panel discussion on the topic “The welfare state at the end?” …
EcoAustria at “Headquarters in Styria”
On March 2, 2012, the event “Headquarters in Styria” took place in Graz, which was also attended by EcoAustria Research Director Dr. Ulrich Schuh …
“ATV aktuell”: Statement on the labor market situation
According to current data from the AMS, unemployment recently rose by 5.2%, with the number of unemployed amounting to 380,000 people in February …
Office opening EcoAustria
In his speech, the President of the Federation of Austrian Industries, Veit Sorger, emphasized the need for an additional, independent economic research institute in Austria and his positive and tense …