Lindbeck Policy Talks
In the seminar series Lindbeck Policy Talks, internationally leading economists present current research relevant to the Swedish policy debate. The series is a collaboration between SNS and the Assar Lindbeck Centre at Stockholm University.
For questions regarding Lindbeck International Policy Talks, please contact project manager Emma Hanning, emma.hanning@sns.se.
9 March 2026Seminar Environment, Climate and EnergyWhat are the macroeconomic effects of carbon pricing?
Carbon pricing is used to reduce carbon emissions and incentivize the use of climate-friendly technologies. While the policy can be an effective tool to support the green transition, it may also affect households and economies in unequal ways. Welcome to a seminar where...- Seminar Democracy and society
How vulnerable are voters to misinformation?
Ahead of every election, concerns resurface about the impact of misinformation on voters. Public debate often highlights the role of the media... - Seminar Business
Changed trade policy – Insights from research, politics and business
Geopolitical uncertainty and increased trade barriers have placed trade policy high on the political agenda. Tariffs and other trade barriers can create...
- Seminar Democracy and society
IIES/SNS International Policy talks: Jens Ludwig – Can Behavioral Science Reduce Crime?
Early interventions are important to prevent the onset of criminal behavior. But how much is it possible to affect the choices an... - Seminar Democracy and society
The Economic Consequences of Conflicts – Research Insights from Israel and Ukraine
What are the economic consequences of conflicts? How much would the Israeli economy benefit from ending the conflict with Palestine? What will... - Seminar Financial Markets
IIES/SNS International Policy Talks: Luca Fornaro – A Global Perspective on Inflation and the Covid-19 Recovery
Why did global inflation rise? How is inflation transmitted across countries? Do we need international monetary policy cooperation? Participants Luca Fornaro, Senior... - Seminar Business
The Case for Growth
Better technologies and management practices are key to promoting sustainable and equitable growth, according to award-winning economist John Van Reenen. Participants John... - Seminar More topics
The Big Data Revolution
How does the big data revolution affect firm dynamics and the economy? Financial economist Maryam Farboodi from MIT presents her research and... - Seminar Migration and Integration
IIES/ SNS International Policy Talks: Consequences of refugee immigration
84 million people are estimated to be forcibly displaced worldwide. Refugee migration has consequences for both migrants, receiving and sending populations and... - Seminar Business
IIES/SNS International Policy Talks: Silvana Tenreyro on economic shocks and trade
At its core, the process of globalization has involved an expansion of international trade. Economists have emphasized the various benefits of trade,...