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The Invasion of Ukraine Increased Public Support for Putin

Western policy discussions often centre on the idea that military spending, economic sanctions, and battlefield losses will eventually erode domestic support for the Kremlin. This study provides evidence of what happened to Russian public opinion when Russia launched its full-scale...

22.04.2026

Unlucky Migrants: Migrating During a Recession Can Lower Immigrants’ Earnings for More Than a Decade

Does the state of the economy matter when immigrants arrive in a host country? Our study shows that it does – and the effects can last for years.

09.04.2026

Will AI Make Workers Better Off?

Will generative AI mainly replace workers, or will it increase living standards? This study responds “yes” to both.

27.03.2026

Working Longer and Staying Healthy? Insights from Increasing Danish Retirement Ages

Many countries are currently increasing retirement ages due to aging populations. A key concern remains: will this have negative health consequences?

25.03.2026

How Germany Could Raise Its Low Birth Rate

Governments across advanced economies are trying to raise fertility without discouraging women from working.

20.03.2026

Who Loses When Firms Are Bought: Labor Market Effects of Acquisitions

Evidence from Sweden suggests that mergers often lead to job losses and lasting pay cuts for workers, even when firms benefit.

02.03.2026

More and More Ukrainians Want to Stay in Denmark

Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, three out of four adult Ukrainians living in Denmark wish to stay even if their hometown becomes safe again.

24.02.2026

Still Standing: The Ukrainian Labor Market at War

The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has generated one of the largest shocks to a labor market in recent history. In spite of that, nearly four years later, the labor market has proven resilient.

23.02.2026

Why Some Refugees Struggle to Work: The Role of Early Signs of PTSD

Refugees often have lower employment rates than natives and other migrants. One important reason may be exposure to severe trauma, which can affect how people function in daily life and make it harder to find and keep a job.

17.02.2026

Too Old to Apply for a Job? How Age Limits in Job Ads Shape Who Applies

As populations age, keeping people in work later in life has become an economic necessity. Yet many older job seekers still face substantial barriers to reemployment.

12.02.2026

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