The Ifo World Economic Survey (WES) is designed to give an accurate
picture of the economic situation and forecasts for important
industrial, emerging and developing economies on a quarterly basis.
Unlike the official statistics, which are primarily constructed around
quantitative information, WES consists of qualitative information:
appraisals and expectations of economic experts. Whereas the official
statistics on the international level often appear after considerable
delays, the WES results are timely and internationally comparable.
Especially in countries where the data base of the official statistics
is insecure, the appraisals and expectations expressed by on-site
economic experts in the WES survey are of particular importance.
Current issue:
CESifo World Economic Survey August 2009 (WES 3/2009)
