The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) is Britain's oldest independent research institute, founded in 1938 by influential figures like John Maynard Keynes and William Beveridge. As a charity organization, NIESR conducts research into the economic and social forces impacting people's lives. Our goal is to enhance understanding of these forces and how policies can drive positive change.

For 80 years, we've focused on high-quality, relevant research that sparks informed discussion in academia, business, and policymaking circles. We collaborate with renowned academic institutions, governments, and charitable foundations to achieve our mission. NIESR is widely respected for developing and distributing NiGEM, the National Institute Global Econometric Model, utilized by numerous central banks and international organizations.

This model supports our quarterly economic forecasts for the UK and global economies. Our research findings, published in leading academic journals and our own National Institute Economic Review, offer authoritative insights on pressing economic and social issues. Media outlets regularly seek our well-informed commentary on the economy.

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