Welcome to the Chair of Macroeconomics
Subject and Research Objectives
Macroeconomics is concerned with topics of aggregate economies like unemployment, inflation, inequality, business cycles, growth and development, as well as their causes and consequences. Research and teaching at the chair of macroeconomics at Chemnitz University of Technology particularly focuses on the role of public institutions, like fiscal and monetary policy, as well as private consumption and investment decisions on employment, distribution, growth and sustainability.
News
25.06.05.2025 - In the economy - The podcast about diversity in economics - ...and how fiscal policy can lead to economic growth (Interview with Prof. Gechert)
On 28.05.2025 Prof. Gechert was a guest on the podcast - In der Wirtschaft and was interviewed by Rudolf Faininger and Felix Roll. They talked about the effects of various fiscal policy measures and discussed whether it makes more sense for the state to cut taxes or invest more in the current situation. They also discussed the growth effects that greater redistribution can have and why investments in upgrading are less beneficial. Prof. Gechert also explained what is behind the idea of meta-analyses.
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04.06.2025 - Plural Summer Academy 2025 | We extend the registration deadline!
Summer, sun, plural economics!
We have once again organized a pluralistic summer academy this year. Under the motto ?Diversity in Economic Thought - Exploring Pluralist Approaches and Rethinking Economic Policy for the 21st Century?, the Summer Academy will take place from August 3 to 9 at the Alte Nudelfabrik in the tranquil town of Zeitz near Leipzig. For just under a week, we would like to rethink the economy of the 21st century together with you. After all, we are at a critical point in history. Poverty, wars, climate crisis, political instability and many other developments make an innovative economic policy perhaps more necessary than ever before. You could actually register until June 1. Today we have decided to extend the deadline. Register now until June 15!
24 Workshops, exchange and networking
What can you expect at the Plural Summer Academy in Zeitz? In order to develop and discuss new ideas with you, we have organized 24 workshops on a wide variety of topics. From post-colonial theories, feminism, social inequality and public finance to post-growth economics and monetary policy, we have put together a range of exciting topics for you. The Plural Summer Academy aims to bring together and network interested students, young academics and critical professors. In addition to content input, there is still enough time and space for exchange and socializing in Zeitz. To ensure that everyone feels comfortable at the Plural Summer Academy, we have of course developed an awareness concept. If you still have questions about the Plural Summer Academy, then take a look at the FAQ or contact h.kiefer@plurale-oekonomik.de. Participation costs a maximum of 120 euros and we hope to be able to reimburse part of your travel expenses.
Here is an overview of the most important points
- The Plural Summer Academy runs from August 3 to 9 and takes place in Zeitz near Leipzig.
- The theme is a new economic policy for the 21st century.
- We have organized 24 workshops with a wide variety of focal points.
- There will be plenty of time for exchange and networking.
- An awareness team will be on site to ensure that everyone feels comfortable.
- Participation costs a maximum of 120 euros. We hope to be able to reimburse part of the travel costs.
- The registration deadline is June 15.
19.05.2025 - Barbecue party & info event for the M. Sc. Economics on 03.06.2025
Cordial invitation to our above mentioned event. This event is aimed at you,
- if you are interested in economics,
- if you are considering studying for a Master's degree in Economics,
- if you are interested in the professional field of economics-political economics or one of the other professional fields of economics,
- if you have questions about the Master's program in Economics or the professional fields of economics in the Bachelor's program, or
- if you are already studying for a Master's in Economics or in one of the economics career fields and would like to give us feedback.
We look forward to hearing from you!
12.05.2025 - The Finnish equivalent of ARD (Yle) in an interview with Prof. Gechert - Prof. Gechert doubts high self-financing effects of corporate tax cuts
The Gechert and Heimberger (2022) study was cited in a memo from the Finnish Ministry of Finance to prove that a planned corporate tax cut would bring major growth and thus be largely self-financing. However, the memo quotes the uncorrected value in the study. If one takes the central result of the study, then the growth effects of corporate tax cuts are not noticeably different from zero. The self-financing effects would then also be correspondingly small.
30.04.2025 - Interview with the Finnish daily newspaper Kauppalehti - Prof. Gechert
Prof. Gechert was interviewed by the Finnish business newspaper Kauppalehti on the growth effects of the planned corporate tax cut in Finland. His conclusion based on his overview study on the subject: The growth hopes associated with the tax cut are overestimated. The funds would probably be better invested in targeted investment incentives for companies or education spending.
19.03.2025 - Microcredential "Agenda Setting in the EU - Program policy and resource planning for Europe's priorities", SS 2025
We would like to draw your attention to the microcredential "Agenda Setting in the EU - Program policy and resource planning for Europe's priorities"
They work on a project basis and thus immerse themselves in the structures and objectives of the EU funding landscape. You will analyze the extent to which the allocation of funding influences the public sector in the member states. In cooperation with the consulting firm Deloitte, the Chair of Macroeconomics and the other participants, you will combine flexible learning and collaborative networking: perfect for a career in international relations, politics or consulting.
Microcredentials are self-contained, thematically focused learning units that enable students to acquire skills within a short period of time and whose completion is attested with a certificate (duration approx. 8 weeks, 60 working hours (2 ECTS), credit in the Studium generale). Such skills are becoming increasingly important in times of rapid structural change and are a targeted addition to your CV.
We are also happy to offer you the opportunity to write an academic seminar paper based on your MC. In this way, you can also submit your work as an 'Economics Seminar' to the Prof. of Macroeconomics (5 ECTS).
Dr. Bianka Mey for further questions
06.03.2025 - Guest lecture by Prof. Gechert on 12.03.2025, 11.00 a.m.
Prof. Gechert will give a guest lecture on "GERMAN TAX SYSTEM:STRUCTURE, REVENUES AND DISTRIBUTION" on 12.03.2025, 11.00 a.m., as part of the Chemnitz - Lviv Learning Bridge
The guest lecture will take place digitally. All further information can be found on the flyer.
05.03.2025 - Across confernce 2025
ACROSS: 10 European universities in 4 cross-border regions want to pool their knowledge and experience. The aim is to improve opportunities for students, staff and regional interest groups such as companies, local authorities and European citizens.
With the participation of the chairs of Macroeconomics (Prof. Gechert) and International Economic Relations with a focus on Europe (J.Prof. Celebi), the first concrete initiatives will be developed in the coming days at the kick-off meeting in Chemnitz.
05.03.2025 - Open Letter Ahead of the Kick-Off Meeting of the European Cross-Border University Across
10.02.2025 - Finland Veroareena Tax Conference on 07.02.2025 - Lecture Prof. Gechert
Prof. Gechert gave a presentation on the relationship between taxation and growth at the conference in Helsinki.
Here you can find the link to his lecture.
Here you can find the link to all lectures.
Further information on the conference can be found under the following link Tax Konferenz.
18.10.2024 - Blog post by Prof. Gechert
Blog post by Prof. Dr. Sebastian Gechert in “MAKRONOM” based on his recently published article “Debt Sustainability Analysis in Reformed EU Fiscal Rules The Effect of Fiscal Consolidation on Growth and Public Debt Ratios” in the journal Intereconomics
Article Intereconomics - Review of European Economic Policy
06.02.2024 - Podcast "The Day"; - Topic: Corporate taxation in Germany
Prof. Sebastian Gechert speaks on the topic: Corporate taxation in Germany. The article starts at minute 14:55.
15.01.2024 - What is the distribution of wealth in Germany?
In the science podcast "TUCscicast" Sebastian Gechert, Professor of Economics and Macroeconomics at Chemnitz University of Technology, and Christian Neuhäuser, Professor of Political Philosophy at Dortmund University of Technology, talk about various aspects relating to the topic of wealth
Press release from December 14, 2023
