We conduct applied economic research covering the fields of the labour market and education, the public economy and finances, and macroeconomics, forecasts and industrial organization.
Typically, we undertake empirical research based on statistical data and supported by a strong theoretical framework and expertise in scientific methods.
Research fields and sections
Scientific communication
The aim of our activities is to provide research information to support decision-making and as a basis for social debate. The quality of our research is supported by publications in leading international scientific journals. In addition to our research activities, we also monitor the economy and household finances.
Scientific communication is an integral part of our activities. Our researchers work in expert positions and participate actively in the economic policy debate. Our best-known product is the Finnish-language magazine Economy and Society/Talous ja Yhteiskunta (T&Y), which we publish quarterly in both print and electronic formats. Our other key communication channels include our Policy Brief series, the Labore-blog and our new M&A podcasts. We are also on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Publications
We have four research publication series:
- Studies
- Working Papers
- Reports
- Policy Briefs
Researchers
Research fields and sections:
- Labour market and education
- Public economy and finances
- Macroeconomics and forecasts
- Post-graduate incubator
Forecasts
- We publish short-term economic forecasts in spring and autumn.
- In addition, each autumn we publish a review of changes in purchasing power among typical Finnish households.
- We also compile industry-specific economic and employment forecasts.
Research forum
We organise research forums (in Finnish) two times a year in which we share the latest research information about topical social issues among our community.
T&Y Magazine
T&Y magazine is published in Finnish in both print and electronic formats.
Contact persons
Research director (deputy)
- Tuomo Suhonen
- Research Director, Research Leader
- Tel. +358-40 940 2916
- tuomo.suhonen@labore.fi
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Research leaders
- Tuomo Suhonen
- Research Director, Research Leader
- Tel. +358-40 940 2916
- tuomo.suhonen@labore.fi
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- Hannu Karhunen
- Research Leader
- Tel. +358-40 940 2779
- hannu.karhunen@labore.fi
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- Ilkka Kiema
- Research Leader
- Tel. +358-40 940 2287
- ilkka.kiema@labore.fi
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