Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) have been a driving force for the economic development of Albania and Kosovo over the past two decades, reflecting shared challenges of the post-communist transition, such as the lack of domestic savings and the need for...
The ALTAX study on household spending and purchasing power in Albania (2023–2025) provides a detailed overview of how inflation and price changes have affected consumption structure and the affordability of living for Household Economic Units (HEUs). In a period...
A Year of “careful balance” [1] Data from the Household Economic Units Budget Survey (ABNJEF 2024) portray a picture of the Albanian household economy navigating between improved purchasing power and persistent structural constraints.The 1.5% increase in consumption spending, although...
Dividend taxation as a key fiscal policy element in Albania and its long-term effects on the economy and capital market. Dividend taxation is a key component of fiscal policy in Albania and has undergone significant changes over the years. For the...
In Albania’s political landscape, voters often feel compelled to choose the “lesser evil” between the two traditional forces — the Socialist Party (SP) and the Democratic Party (DP). This has created a closed political environment where new alternatives struggle to...
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...
In 2024, the Albanian economy has shown stable growth and declining inflation, creating a favorable environment for economic activity and financial stability. According to the Bank of Albania, the economy grew by 3.8% in 2024, driven by increased household spending and...
In Albania, around 40% of the population lives in rural areas and over 35% of employment relies on agriculture. Yet this vital sector for the country’s economy and food supply remains unprotected against a growing threat: climate shocks. Floods, droughts,...
