German Economic Institute
Institut der deutschen Wirtschaft Köln e.V. | |
| Abbreviation | IW |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1951 |
| Type | Think Tank |
| Legal status | Registered Association (e.V.) |
| Headquarters | Cologne, Germany |
| Location | |
| Website | www |
The German Economic Institute (German: Institut der deutschen Wirtschaft Köln e.V.) (IW) is a private economic research institute in Germany, which promotes an economic liberal order. The German Economic Institute is based in Cologne, Germany, with additional offices in Berlin, Germany, and Brussels, Belgium. It is the research institute of the Association of Industrial Companies.
The IW compiles analyses on economic and social policy issues. As a think tank, it combines research, consultancy and communication services. IW director is Michael Hüther.