To promote a better understanding of economic and social processes among politicians, opinion makers and the general public.

The Institut der deutschen Wirtschaft Köln is a registered non-profit organization. Our members are employers' and industrial associations as well as individual companies across most sectors of the economy. We are Germany’s leading private economic research institute. We stand for a free market economy. We believe in competition and entrepreneurship. We analyze facts, reveal trends, explain economic developments and publish our proposals. Our research intends to initiate debate. As market economists we are committed to developing the best possible strategies for the German economy and German economic policy.

Research
Advising Policy Makers
Providing Facts and Opinions