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...
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...
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,...
According to official data on the labor market for the fourth quarter of 2024, several important signals emerge regarding the economy and employment policies in Albania. Below, after a careful review and a comparative look at some statistics from neighboring...
ALTAX is pleased to present this study, which offers an in-depth analysis of the impact of VAT collection, informality, and fiscal policies on the economic stability of Albania and the region. In Albania, one of the most notable features of the...
This is a study by ALTAX on infrastructure investments in Albania and the Western Balkans: perspectives and financing needs. In 2025, Albania and the countries of the Western Balkans will enter a crucial phase of infrastructure investments, which are key to...
We present the Study on Decent Pensions and the Opportunities for Increasing Pensions in Albania. In a new study developed by ALTAX, the possibilities and scenarios for increasing pensions in Albania are analyzed, with particular focus on increasing monthly pensions...
The report titled "The Approach to Public Finances and the Consequences of the Politicization of Expenditures" offers an in-depth analysis of public finances in Albania during the 2014–2024 period, focusing on budget expenditures and revenues, fiscal policy, and the impact...
The Albania of values—one that embodies honesty, justice, solidarity, and culture—feels like a distant dream for many citizens today. Yet, this dream is not unattainable. Returning to a society where values form the foundation requires a deep transformation across three...
In this analysis on the challenges and policy responses to economic and trade fragmentation, we will discuss the key issues presented in Alfred Kammer’s speech[1] and their impact on the Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe (CESEE) region, including Albania, also...
