VATT is an expert economics research unit
We do high-level scientific research to promote evidence-based policy making. We evaluate the effects of policy measures on individuals, households and firms. The main building blocks of our analyses are large-scale register data sets, profound institutional knowledge and economic theory.
Our research focuses on five themes and ten research areas. For further information on the work in progress and the latest publications in each theme and area, go to the research theme and area page.
What's new
- Teemu Lyytikäinen appointed research professor at VATT
18.12.2024 Press release - Researcher introduction: Research Professor Teemu Lyytikäinen
19.3.2025 Blog - Study: Lowering public transport fares reduces driving, but is an expensive way to reduce emissions
21.3.2025 Press release - What does Finnish research tell us about the impact of cuts to unemployment insurance benefits?
25.2.2025 Blog - Economic Policy Council's background report: Higher wages in Helsinki reflect productivity
4.12.2024 Press release