About us

UNBIASED CONCLUSIONS THROUGH SOUND ECONOMIC RESEARCH METHODS

Our work is based on sound economic theory, established research methods, cutting-edge data techniques and in-depth sector knowledge.

Input-output analysis
We use the input-output methodology to estimate the effects of demand shocks, to evaluate the economic footprint of an industry or business, and to estimate the impact of changed efficiency in a single industry on the competitiveness of the economy.
 
Modelling
We make use of a wide range of modelling tools and approaches, including CGE models (i.e. computable general equilibrium) and a power market model for northern Europe.       

Benchmarking
We use state-of-the art benchmarking techniques to assess performance efficiency, e.g. cost efficiency among companies or branches that deliver similar services but under different framework conditions. This enables us to make different units comparable and thereby identify the best performers to learn from. State-of-the art benchmarking techniques are data envelopment analysis (DEA) and stochastic frontier analysis (SFA).  

Economic Policy assessment
We use cost benefit analysis to assess the attractiveness of a given policy or project based on a standardised approach to valuating benefits and costs. This approach includes determining whether a project is worth implementing, comparing alternative designs of the project, and prioritising projects competing for the same funds. 
 
Cost of Capital / WACC
WACC is commonly used in practice as a discount rate in valuation models based on present value calculations. The WACC is beneficial as a discount rate as it accurately models the cost of capital for capital structures that contain mixes of debt and equity.

See some examples of our research methods in action by looking through our publications below.