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IW Financial Expert Survey
  • Markus Demary ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 16 Jul 2018

IW Financial Expert Survey: Third Quarter 2018

The experts of the IW Financial Expert Survey predict a steeper yield curve with a larger increase in long-term than in short-term interest rates by the end of 2018. Moreover, the average forecasts indicate higher stock market indices, a mild depreciation of the Euro vis-à-vis the US-Dollar, but a larger drop in oil prices by the end of the fourth quarter of 2018.

Are Green Bonds a Viable Way to Finance Environmental Goals?
  • Markus Demary / Adriana Neligan ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 28 Jun 2018

Are Green Bonds a Viable Way to Finance Environmental Goals?

The European Union is currently making significant strides to lead on green finance and align its financial system with its climate, sustainability and clean energy ambitions. The Paris Climate Agreement, the G20 Green Finance Study Group and the G19 Hamburg Climate and Energy Action Plan have provided ongoing momentum for policy moves towards a green financial system.

Tackling Non-performing loans in the Euro area
  • Markus Demary ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 7 May 2018

Tackling Non-performing loans in the Euro area

The study of non-performing loans (NPLs) is highly relevant when looking for a solution to the ongoing structural weaknesses in the Euro area banking sectors, especially in light of the planned completion of the banking union and the introduction of a European Deposit Insurance System (EDIS).

IW Financial Expert Survey
  • Markus Demary ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 26 Apr 2018

IW Financial Expert Survey: Second Quarter 2018

In the IW Financial Expert Survey for the second quarter of 2018 the surveyed experts predict, on average, a steeper yield curve, i.e. a larger increase in the long-term than in the short-term interest rate.

The Impact of Digitisation on Employment
  • Oliver Stettes ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 5 Apr 2018

Don’t Be Afraid of Robots: The Impact of Digitisation on Employment

The impact of digital change on employment and the employment prospects of workers remains a puzzle to be solved. The empirical analysis with data on the firm-level, the sectoral level and the occupational level does not indicate any general growth pattern.

What German firms should expect
  • Jürgen Matthes ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 8 Mar 2018

Brexit: What German firms should expect

At present, it is difficult for German companies to foresee future trading conditions with the UK after the withdrawal from the EU. This IW report attempts an initial assessment in order to reduce planning uncertainty. Firstly, the focus is on the shortterm effects of Brexit.

The Impact of Demographics on the German Retail Market
  • Michael Voigtländer / Björn Seipelt ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 24 Feb 2018

The Impact of Demographics on the German Retail Market

In recent years, net migration reached a new peak in Germany. Between 2011 and 2015, net migration amounted to more than 2.7 million people. This influx of people has had an impact on society, on the economy in general, and on most businesses.

Methods and Applications of the IW Business Survey
  • Michael Grömling ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 23 Feb 2018

Methods and Applications of the IW Business Survey

Surveys of businesses provide important data for an analysis of economic development. In addition to the statistical offices in the respective states, private sector institutions such as research institutes or associations provide a diverse range of economic data.

IW Financial Expert Survey: First Quarter 2018
  • Markus Demary ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 18 Jan 2018

IW Financial Expert Survey: First Quarter 2018

The IW Financial Expert Survey for the first quarter of 2018 revealed that the surveyed experts predict, on average, higher interest rates and stock market indices, a depreciation of the Euro vis-à-vis the US Dollar, and lower oil prices by the end of the first half of 2018.

Training and Education in the Main Countries of Origin
  • Kristina Stoewe ·
  • IW-Report ·
  • 29 Jan 2018

Education Levels of Refugees

By the end of 2016, Germany had registered around 1.6 million persons seeking protection (Federal Statistical Office, 2017a). In order to facilitate their integration into the vocational training and labour market, information on refugees' educational degrees, vocational qualifications and competencies is of central importance.

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