Tax Freedom Day is a symbolic event marking the moment when an individual has paid enough taxes to cover all tax obligations for the year. After this day, the income that individuals earn is considered "free" from taxes. This concept...
In an effort to contribute to development and the improvement of living conditions in Albania, ALTAX has prepared an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities for the country’s economic growth. The article examines the key factors that can influence...
As part of the analysis of Albania’s economic performance during 2024 and the outlook for 2025, our report offers an in-depth overview of the key factors that influenced GDP growth, along with the challenges and opportunities that may arise for...
Standard & Poor’s decision to upgrade Albania’s credit rating from “BB-” to “BB” represents an important development for public finances and capital markets. On the surface, this signals an improvement in macroeconomic stability, debt management, and confidence in the country’s...
The creative economy is one of the most promising sources of sustainable economic development in the 21st century. It combines creativity, culture, technology, and entrepreneurship to produce value-added products and services that can be exported, improve the country's image, and...
A comprehensive study on the construction sector in Albania over the period 1995–2024 has been released, offering an in-depth analysis of the challenges, impacts, and opportunities for sustainable development. “Albania Under Construction” presents a detailed assessment of the construction market,...
Albania has received a pre-financing of €64.5 million under the European Union's Reform and Growth Facility, part of the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. This mechanism aims to support the region in accelerating socio-economic convergence with the EU...
To estimate the cost of increasing the average public sector wage in Albania from €1,000 to €1,300 by 2030, the following methodology can be applied: 1. Cost of the First Reform (€730 → €1,000) According to available data, the increase in public...
The accession of a country to the European Union (EU) is often associated with an increase in property values, but there is no fixed rule that prices automatically double. The impact on the real estate market depends on numerous factors,...
To assess whether the current stock of buildings is sufficient to support an expected monthly influx of ≥ 1 million visitors, several key factors must be considered, including accommodation capacities 🏨, infrastructure 🚍, and service requirements that will arise as...
