Since 1981 the Ifo Institute has conducted a quarterly survey in numerous countries on business cycle developments and other economic factors in the experts' home countries.
WES is a quarterly survey conducted in co-operation with the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris (ICC) and receives financial support from the European Commission.
The Ifo World Economic Survey (WES) is designed to give an accurate picture of the economic situation and forecasts for important industrial, emerging and developing economies on a quarterly basis. Unlike the official statistics, which are primarily constructed around quantitative information, WES consists of qualitative information: appraisals and expectations of economic experts. Whereas the official statistics on the international level often appear after considerable delays, the WES results are timely and internationally comparable. Especially in countries where the data base of the official statistics is insecure, the appraisals and expectations expressed by on-site economic experts in the WES survey are of particular importance.
The survey relies on the participation of economic experts of multinational firms and institutions. Participants receive an exclusive, comprehensive report of the results. If you are interested in participating in the business surveys of the Ifo Institute, please contact Ms. Anna Stangl. For further information, contact Dr. Gernot Nerb.
Industry Branch Research
Phone: +49(0)89/9224-1236 Fax: +49(0)89/907795-1236
Business Cycle Analyses and Surveys
Phone: +49(0)89/9224-1227 Fax: +49(0)89/907795-1227
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