Digital transformation is a driver of economic growth by improving labour productivity, increasing competitiveness and exploiting the potential of e-commerce. Digital revolution is “a game changer” as it reshapes the way production, distribution and consumption are organised within firms and...

The Covid-19 pandemic has produced unprecedented negative effects on the global economy, affecting both the demand and supply side. Its consequences in terms of job losses have been important in many European countries. A large number of firms have been forced to dismiss at least part of their...

Die Forscher des ZEW Mannheim rund um Professor Christoph Spengel kommen zu folgendem Ergebnis: Der Steuerwettbewerb hat sich abgeschwächt. Bestimmte Instrumente gegen die Gewinnverlagerung wirken. Das führt aber bisher nicht zu einer Angleichung der Steuersätze auf niedrigerem Niveau.