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.
You can find more detailed information about ongoing work and the latest publications on the research areas pages.
What's new
- VATT Researcher Maarit Olkkola Receives the Väinö Kannisto Recognition Award
28.11.2025 News - VATT’s new organisation started on 1 October
1.10.2025 News - Study: Lowering public transport fares reduces driving, but is an expensive way to reduce emissions
21.3.2025 Press release - Teemu Lyytikäinen appointed research professor at VATT
18.12.2024 Press release - Researcher introduction: Research Professor Teemu Lyytikäinen
19.3.2025 Blog