The Nordic model of economic development: shocks, reforms and future prospects

Roberto Iacono ()

No 112, GLO Discussion Paper Series from Global Labor Organization (GLO)

Abstract: The aim of this research is to provide novel evidence regarding the functioning of the Nordic model of economic development and the robustness of its institutions. At first, the paper defines a conceptual analytical framework identifying the key features of the model for the Nordic economies (Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden), by synthesizing relevant background literature. Secondly, this framework is used to interpret a set of shocks, reforms and ongoing trends: the effect of resource revenues on the labor market and income inequality in Norway compared to the other Nordic countries; the design of a novel minimum income scheme in Finland and its effects on preferences for social insurance; and the implications of population ageing and increased automation for indicators of sustainability for the Nordic welfare states.

Keywords: Nordic model; Income inequality; Welfare states; Ageing; Automation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: H53 I38 J31 P47 P51 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
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Journal Article: The Nordic Model of Economic Development and Welfare: Recent Developments and Future Prospects (2018)
Working Paper: The Nordic model of economic development: Shocks, reforms and future prospects (2017)
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