DIW Berlin

DIW Berlin (Deutsches Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung) is one of Germany’s largest economic research institutes and think tanks. Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Berlin-Mitte, it operates as a private, non-profit organization and is a member of the Leibniz Association. Its mission is to conduct applied economic research, provide evidence-based policy advice, and disseminate findings on topics such as macroeconomics, energy and climate, labor markets, public finances, and socioeconomic development. Although it is not a university and does not award degrees, it collaborates closely with academic institutions and frequently hosts doctoral researchers, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting researchers. DIW Berlin maintains a broad research infrastructure, including specialized research departments and data services. It is well known for its regular economic forecasts and indicators, such as the German Economic Barometer and the DIW Berlin Weekly Report. The institute also organizes conferences, workshops, and public lectures, and it contributes to national and international policy debates through publications, data tools, and expert testimony. The institute is funded through a combination of institutional grants and third-party project funding. Its central location in Berlin places it near government ministries, other research organizations, and university partners, supporting its role as a key node in Germany’s economic research landscape.