IMF Staff Country Reports

Austria : 2018 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Austria

Author/Editor:

International Monetary Fund. European Dept.

Publication Date:

September 12, 2018

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Living standards in Austria are high, and income inequality and poverty low. The economy has picked up markedly, accelerating to 3 percent in 2017, and 3.1 percent (y/y) in 2018: Q1. This provides an opportunity to implement reforms to raise the economy’s potential output, reduce unemployment further, and ensure long-term fiscal sustainability. Also, further strengthening the financial system would guard against a less benign global financial environment.

Series:

Country Report No. 18/272

Subject:

Article IV consultation reports Debt sustainability analysis Economic indicators Fiscal policy Fiscal reforms Fiscal sustainability Macroprudential policies and financial stability Press releases Staff reports Unemployment