wiiw Q1 Economic Forecast Update for Central, East and Southeast Europe (CESEE)
10 February 2026 11:00 am CET
Deputy Director Richard Grieveson will present wiiw's new economic forecasts for CESEE in 2026-28.
Venue
Webinar via Zoom - Please register at the link below
Description
All eyes on investment as geopolitical pressures mount
Deputy Director Richard Grieveson will present wiiw's new economic forecasts for CESEE in 2026-28.
Registration HERE
The following questions will be addressed:
- Can CESEE remain Europe's growth engine amid geopolitical turbulence?
- After years of strong wage increases, can the region transition towards investment-led growth?
- Which countries in the region are best placed to thrive in the next few years, and which are falling behind?
- How will geopolitics, defence spending and EU funding reshape economic prospects in the region?
- What should businesses and policymakers in CESEE prepare for as the next phase of growth begins?
Presenter: Richard Grieveson
Moderator: Corinna Covi
Richard Grieveson is wiiw Deputy Director. He specialises in the economies of Central, East and Southeast Europe.
Corinna Covi is Head of Project Management at wiiw. She coordinates the forecasting process at the institute.
The presentation will be in English.
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions.