Publications
The OeNB publishes reports and studies on economic developments and financial stability, and actively shares research findings. In this section, you will find our most recent economic forecasts, in-depth analyses, scientific papers and detailed statistics.
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Die Kreditnachfrage der Unternehmen und die Nachfrage der privaten Haushalte nach Wohnbaukrediten sind im dritten Quartal 2026 gemäß den Umfrageergebnissen weitgehend unverändert geblieben. Für das vierte Quartal 2026 erwarten die Banken aber in beiden Fällen wieder ...
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This report shares survey results from 2025 on how people in Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe (CESEE) view and use the euro. The OeNB Euro Survey is conducted only in countries that do not have the euro as their official currency. It examines people’s trust in institutions, ...
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Financial educationInternational Survey of Adult Financial Literacy 2026
This report presents first results of the 2026 Austrian Survey of Financial Literacy (ASFL). The ASFL is Austria’s contribution to the OECD/INFE International Survey of Adult Financial Literacy. It is conducted among Austrian residents aged 16+. Participants scored 69.4 (out of 100) on ...
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Financial marketFakten zu Österreich und seinen Banken 2026
Österreichs Wirtschaft ist trotz mehrerer internationaler Krisen in den vergangenen Jahren resilient. Das Beschäftigungswachstum lag trotz des schwierigen Umfelds im positiven Bereich, und die geleisteten Arbeitsstunden erholten sich 2025 wieder. Zwar stieg die Inflation 2025 durch das ...
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Despite the recent increase euro area headline inflation is substantially lower than at its 2022 peak. Services inflation, however, has remained comparatively elevated. Why has services inflation been so persistent, and what does this imply for monetary policy? This policy brief argues that ...
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The Integrated Firm-Level Database (IFLD) combines administrative and supervisory data on Austrian firms into a unified microdata infrastructure. Its key innovation is that it links previously fragmented information on firm characteristics, financial statements, bank lending, ownership and ...
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EconomicsMonetary Policy and Firm-Level Productivity: Financial Frictions, Theory and Causal Evidence
We study how monetary policy affects firm-level total factor productivity in the presence of financial frictions using a panel of Austrian non-financial firms. A dynamic firm model and causal empirical framework show that tighter monetary policy reduces productivity-enhancing investment and ...
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This paper studies how households react when property prices change. Using a randomised survey experiment in Austria, it shows that lower prices raise renters’ willingness to buy and higher prices raise owners’ willingness to sell. A dynamic model for renters helps explain these ...
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El Niño is a recurring climate phenomenon, but the ongoing 2026/27 event may warrant particular attention. Forecasts suggest it could become very strong, potentially ranking among the strongest on record. This Policy Brief assesses what such a strong El Niño could mean for global ...
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OeNB Report
In the OeNB Reports series, we publish research- and evidence-based analyses and contributions on economic and financial topics, including the Economic Outlook for Austria, the Financial Stability Report and the results of selected surveys. OeNB Reports are intended for media representatives, experts and interested members of the public.
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OeNB Bulletin
OeNB Bulletin contributions are scientific studies on policy-relevant topics. The methodologically rigorous articles are intended for an academic and practitioner audience.
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OeNB Policy Brief
OeNB Policy Briefs provide concise, accessible analyses of current economic policy issues. Their target readers are policymakers, media representatives, experts and other decision-makers.
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OeNB Working Paper
In the OeNB Working Paper series, we publish research findings to contribute to academic and policy discussions. OeNB Working Papers are scientifically rigorous papers subject to an international peer-review process aimed at an international expert audience.
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OeNB Annual Report
In its Annual Report, the OeNB informs readers about the monetary policy of the Eurosystem and reviews economic developments. It also outlines the OeNB’s role and responsibilities in maintaining price and financial market stability, and provides an overview of its main activities in the year under review. The OeNB Annual Report, which also contains the OeNB’s financial statements, is published pursuant to the Act on the Oesterreichische Nationalbank.
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