Compared to permanent employment contracts, fixed-term contracts are less attractive. However, a recent IAB study shows that fixed-term contracts are not necessarily ...
17.07.2025
No negative wage effects when transitioning to fixed-term employment
No negative wage effects when transitioning to fixed-term employment
Fixed-term contracts do not necessarily have to be disadvantageous, but they are not preferable from the employees' point of view.
17.07.2025
Immigrants earn about 18 percent less on average than a country’s native population
Multinational study published in the journal "Nature", with contributions from IAB researcher Malte Reichelt.
Immigrants to Europe and North America earn, on average, 17.9 percent less than natives, as they struggle to gain access to jobs in higher-paying industries, occupations and ...
11.07.2025
Germany as a stopover? Insights into return and International Mobility Panel of Migrants in Germany
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
30.06.2025
Firms in the green transition
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses.
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses and their employees.
26.06.2025
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
17.07.2025
Immigrants earn about 18 percent less on average than a country’s native population
Immigrants earn about 18 percent less on average than a country’s native population
Multinational study published in the journal "Nature", with contributions from IAB researcher Malte Reichelt.
Immigrants to Europe and North America earn, on average, 17.9 percent less than natives, as they struggle to gain access to jobs in higher-paying industries, occupations and ...
11.07.2025
Germany as a stopover? Insights into return and International Mobility Panel of Migrants in Germany
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
30.06.2025
Firms in the green transition
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses.
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses and their employees.
26.06.2025
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
Immigrants to Europe and North America earn, on average, 17.9 percent less than natives, as they struggle to gain access to jobs in higher-paying industries, occupations and ...
11.07.2025
Germany as a stopover? Insights into return and International Mobility Panel of Migrants in Germany
Germany as a stopover? Insights into return and International Mobility Panel of Migrants in Germany
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
30.06.2025
Firms in the green transition
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses.
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses and their employees.
26.06.2025
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.
30.06.2025
Firms in the green transition
Firms in the green transition
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses.
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses and their employees.
26.06.2025
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
Efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental sustainability have far-reaching implications for businesses and their employees.
26.06.2025
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
European Labour Market Barometer treads water
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
The European Labour Market Barometer recorded a minimal decline of 0.1 points compared to the previous month to 99.6 points in June.
26.06.2025
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Syrian Refugees’ Settlement Intentions after the Unexpected Regime Change
Assessment of the impact of the Syrian regime change on the settlement and return intentions of Syrian refugees.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
On December 8, 2024, the sudden collapse of Bashar al‑Assad’s regime abruptly changed Syria’s political landscape and reshaped the return prospects for millions of Syrians ...
10.06.2025
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
Unpacking the Link between Service Sector and Female Employment: Cross‑Country Evidence
This Discussion Paper explores cross‑country variations in the relationship between service sector expansion and female employment in Europe and the US.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
The surge in women’s participation in the workforce has been a defining feature of advanced economies in recent decades.
30.05.2025
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
Survey on industrial and economic espionage in Germany: Nine percent of businesses fall victim to espionage
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
New data from the IAB Establishment Panel shows that 9 percent of all establishments in Germany have fallen victim to an espionage attack in the past five years.
28.05.2025
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
“Xenophobia in Germany’s regions limits the immigration of skilled workers.”
Regional xenophobia in Germany is impacting labor mobility and deterring foreign workers, threatening some areas' business appeal.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
Like many other European countries, Germany is experiencing a rise in xenophobic attitudes. Yet within Germany, there are significant regional differences.
26.05.2025
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
European Labour Market Barometer barely moves
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.
The European Labour Market Barometer rose by 0.1 points to 99.7 points in May compared to the previous month. The employment component increased by 0.