KOF Swiss Economic Institute

KOF Swiss Economic Institute defines itself as one of the leading economic “think tanks” in Switzerland. In this prospect, KOF (acronym for the German word "Konjunkturforschungsstelle", which means business cycle research institute) aims to play two roles, one as a mediator between a broader public (politics, society) and the research community, and one as a leading platform for economists, especially within Switzerland. Another major function of the KOF is scientific research for dissemination in academic and related professional circles via publications and participation in international meetings and conferences.