ECONOMICS AND FINANCE RESEARCH

Economics and finance: theory and practice

Enfinomics Research Centre conducts theoretical and applied research in economics and finance. Through its research and development activities, the Enfinomics Research Centre aims to contribute to the advancement of economic and financial knowledge and to support its application.

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Economics

Economics studies how individuals, households, firms, and other economic agents make choices in the face of limited resources. Understanding the behaviour of households and firms is important for us, both as producers and consumers. It helps explain how they interact in markets and make decisions about production, pricing, and consumption.

An understanding of the macroeconomy is also very important for households, firms, and governments. Consumption, investment, and production are strongly influenced by economic conditions. A better understanding of the condition of the economy and its relationship with economic activity can help households and firms make better decisions and help governments formulate appropriate economic policies.

Finance

Finance is closely related to the everyday decisions made by households and firms. An understanding of finance, together with the economic forces that influence financial conditions, can help households and firms make better choices, improve financial outcomes, and prepare for the risks they face.