Health as Investment: The Strategic Transition of the Greek Health Market
The Greek health market is at a pivotal point where it must redefine its role as an investment in society and the economy rather than a cost, leveraging technology to enhance productivity and social cohesion.
ABI, Giuseppe Longo DG National Pension Fund for BCC/CRA: "Complementary Pension and Active Policies to Strengthen Employment and Sustainability"
Giuseppe Longo discusses the impact of demographic transition on the economy, labor market, and social balances, emphasizing the need for complementary pensions and active policies to address employment and sustainability challenges.
Reforms: The current social market economy is not social enough for the SPD
The SPD is focusing on justice in the 2026 Super Election Year, but faces criticism for being too business-friendly from within its ranks.
When the Federal Republic First Overcame Doubts About the Social Market Economy
In January 1951, Economic Minister Ludwig Erhard addressed questions from WELT, marking a significant moment in the establishment of the social market economy in West Germany and the onset of the economic miracle.
What Paralyzes the Economy: The (Almost) Ignored Labor Market Crisis
The article discusses the ongoing labor market crisis and criticizes politicians for failing to address the root causes while instead promoting superficial solutions.
500th Anniversary: Jakob Fugger, Early Harbinger of Social Market Economy?
As the 500th anniversary of Jakob Fugger's death approaches, a balanced examination of the Augsburg merchant reveals contrasting views of him as both a philanthropic figure and a greedy capitalist.
Costs for the Unemployed Reach Record High – Citizen Income and Social Benefits Drive Expenses
Unemployment expenses surged to nearly 77 billion euros last year, primarily driven by citizen income and social benefits, according to the Institute for Labor Market and Vocational Research.