In a forthcoming expedition from November 29th to December 1st, 2023, CompNet is set to embark on an insightful journey in Helsinki, Finland. On the agenda are activities, seminars, and presentations, promising a deep dive into various aspects of data and research.

Event Highlights:

29th November: Hands-On Training and Data Work at ETLA Economic Research.

Alessandro Zona Mattioli & Elena Sponga, both CompNet Research Consultants, will be collaborating with dedicated ETLA staff, including the expertise of Mika Pajarinen and Heli Koski. The primary focus will involve optimizing data-related processes, ensuring smooth code execution, and enhancing overall efficiency.

1st December: Morning Seminars and Presentations at the Central Bank of Finland:

• A presentation by Filippo di Mauro on "Enabling Policy and Research in Europe: The CompNet Dataset."
• Eric Bartelsman's (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam & Tinbergen Institute) will report on "Output Gaps and the Phillips Curve for Heterogeneous Firms."
• Alessandro Zona Mattioli's will be presenting on "A Structural Break in EU Corporate Leverage Trends."

Afternoon Sessions at ETLA Economic Research:

• Alessandro Zona Mattioli will conduct a seminar titled "Introduction to CompNet Data and Its Use."
• Subsequent to the seminar, a small group meeting unfold, focusing on discussions regarding ETLA's micro data-based research

This marks an exceptional opportunity to engage with top-tier experts, share insights, and contribute to the growth of CompNet's valuable datasets.

Stay tuned for updates and insights from this fruitful expedition in Helsinki.

CompNet will be participating in the upcoming CEPR Paris Symposium 2023. Taking place from December 7th to December 13th, this symposium serves as a platform for leading voices in European and global economics to address pressing issues in the global economy. The event features academic presentations, policy panels, and keynote lectures over a six-day program with parallel streams.

CompNet, represented by Filippo di Mauro, will be part of a significant data panel on Saturday, December 9th, during the symposium. The panel's focus is a significant micro Data Initiative by CEPR, aimed at enhancing access and utilization of microdata for research and policy guidance.

Stay tuned for further updates on this engaging discussion during the symposium.

The 3rd TSI Workshop is scheduled to be held in Vienna on February 22-23, 2023, as part of our TSI program, which involves quarterly workshops with participating countries.

The 1st TSI Workshop took place in Lisbon at the Statistical Office of Portugal on February 24, 2023, with a primary focus on the research interests of the National Productivity Boards.

Subsequently, the 2nd TSI Workshop convened on June 23, 2023, at the IWH in Halle (Saale), Germany. This workshop comprehensively covered various aspects of the TSI project, including project overview, progress updates, research with the Micro-Data-Infrastructure, collaborative research projects, and important updates from European NPBs.

Further details to follow soon.

Join us at the 13th CompNet Annual Conference in Malta.

Exploring the theme 'Competitiveness and Firm Productivity in a Conflict Prone World'—submit your research by February 1st and be part of shaping policy decisions for an open and fair trade landscape.

More information can be found here.

4th Finance and Productivity (FINPRO) conference, themed "Shocks, Innovation, and Adaptation," taking place in Barcelona from September 26th to 27th, 2024.

This conference will delve into key topics, including climate shocks, subsidies for green investments, supply chain disruptions, innovation's role in productivity, and the global transmission of financial shocks. Join us for insightful discussions and the exchange of ideas on these critical issues that impact finance and productivity in today's dynamic landscape.

Call for Papers to be published soon.