OECD Economic Surveys: Finland
- Frequency :
- Every 18 months
- ISSN :
- 1999-0545 (online)
- ISSN :
- 1995-3488 (print)
- DOI :
- 10.1787/19990545
OECD’s periodic surveys of the Finnish economy. Each edition surveys the major challenges faced by the country, evaluates the short-term outlook, and makes specific policy recommendations. Special chapters take a more detailed look at specific challenges. Extensive statistical information is included in charts and graphs.
OECD Economic Surveys: Finland 1996
- Publication Date :
- 01 Jan 1996
- ISBN :
- 9789264166493 (PDF) ; 9789264152731 (print)
- DOI :
- 10.1787/eco_surveys-fin-1996-en
Table of Contents
Introduction
I. Recent trends and short-term prospects
-A "dual economy"
-Strong but weakening exports
-Mixed developments in domestic demand
-Still substantial labour market slack
-Continued low inflation despite a temporary rise in wages
-A strong external position
-Short-term prospects
II. Economic policies
-The incomes policy agreement
-The fiscal stance
-Monetary management
-Structural initiatives
III. Implementing the OECD jobs strategy
-Labour market and employment performance
-Policy requirements
-Recent policy initiatives
-Assessment and scope for further action
IV. Education and training
-Why human capital is essential for Finland
-The role of the education system
-The contribution of adult training and education
-Reform proposals
V. Conclusions
Notes
Annexes
-I. Calculating the NAWRU
-II. Chronology of main economic events and policy measures
Statistical annex and structural indicators