Austria: 2008 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion; and Statement by the Executive Director for Austria

International Monetary Fund

No 2008/188, IMF Staff Country Reports from International Monetary Fund

Abstract: A mix of solid economic policies, wage moderation, and an early orientation toward Eastern Europe explain Austria’s strong economic performance. The economy has grown strong in 2007 and through the first quarter of 2008. Employment growth remains strong, but the trend of a declining unemployment rate appears to be tapering off. Tighter labor market conditions have not resulted in sharp wage increases; instead negotiated wages for 2008 are up. Austria’s external position remains strong, despite a recent decline in competitiveness.

Keywords: ISCR; CR; authority; government agreement; supervisory authority; deficit; headline inflation; IMF staff projection; Austrian authorities; government program; Income; Employment; Inflation; Wages; Global; Eastern Europe; Europe; Southern Europe (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 43
Date: 2008-06-19
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