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Oxford Economics is the world's foremost independent economic advisory firm. We enable intelligent and responsible decision-making through the provision of timely, data-driven economic and business insights and solutions our clients trust.

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Oxford Economics was founded in Oxford in 1981 as a commercial venture with Oxford University’s business college. Today we’ve grown to be the world’s foremost independent economic advisory firm, with over 450 economists and analysts across more than 20 offices.

Our purpose is to unlock the power of economics to generate positive commercial and social outcomes.

Our approach

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Actionable economics

Powered by our proprietary models, we translate data into actionable insights, enabling our clients to make better decisions faster.

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Global thinkers

We go from global to local, industries to businesses, and theory to practice to position our clients for continuous success.

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Innovative approach

We apply innovative research methods and state-of-the-art technologies to meet our clients’ needs in an ever-changing world.

Our people
Our people
Economic models generate insights, but it is our people who make these insights actionable. We provide our people with a friendly, fun and collaborative workplace, healthy work-life balance, room to grow and the freedom to pursue new ideas–everything they need to thrive. Click here to check our careers page.
Our values
Our values
We believe integrity, innovation, passion and collaboration are the keys to unlock the indisputable power of economics. Our commitment to these core principles guides how we work with our clients, colleagues, partners and the wider community. To learn more about our business purpose and values, please click here.

About the Oxford Economics Group

The Oxford Economics Group of companies includes firms that provide expertise in forecasting and modelling for specific geographies and sectors, in addition to the core global capabilities of Oxford Economics.

Oxford Economics

Oxford Economics is the world’s foremost independent economic advisory firm. Covering over 200 countries, over 150 industrial sectors and 8,000 cities and regions, we provide insights and solutions that enable clients to make intelligent and responsible strategic business decisions faster in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.

Oxford Economics Australia

Oxford Economics Australia provides deep local knowledge of the Australian and New Zealand economies and industry sectors that enables intelligent, responsible decision-making.  Leveraging the global expertise of Oxford Economics, the world’s leading economic forecasting consultancy, our quantitative analysis, research, data, and forecasts help clients identify opportunities, navigate risks, inform investments, and plan for the future.

Tourism Economics

Tourism Economics has vast experience in providing actionable and credible analysis of the tourism sector, working closely with clients to assist in interpreting and applying our analysis to the real decisions they face. For more information, please visit https://www.tourismeconomics.com/.

Oxford Economics Africa

South Africa-based Oxford Economics Africa investigates and interprets the economic and political risk, as well as political and macroeconomic conditions, of 54 African countries, cautioning against pitfalls and guiding investors towards opportunities. For more information, please click here

Alpine Macro

Alpine Macro provides forward-looking financial market forecasts and investment strategy to institutional clients across more than 60 countries. With expertise in different areas, including macroeconomics, the firm is widely recognised for its provocative financial market insights, bold investment ideas, and out-of-consensus forecasts.

Stone & McCarthy Research Associates

Stone & McCarthy has a strong reputation for providing independent research and analysis to central banks, buy-side firms, prominent hedge funds, insurance companies, sell-side firms and corporations. Insights are provided within the context of comprehensive knowledge of the US economy and financial markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oxford Economics do?

Oxford Economics provides economic research, forecasts, and advisory services to help organisations understand global economic trends and make informed decisions.

As an independent economic advisory firm, we deliver data-driven insights and analysis covering over 200 countries, over 100 industries, and over 8,000 cities worldwide.

At our core, we help clients make sense of a complex and rapidly changing economic environment, cutting through data and uncertainty to provide clear, actionable insights.

What services does Oxford Economics provide? 

Oxford Economics offers economic research, forecasting, and consulting services, backed by sophisticated economic models and analytical tools.

We offer a range of economic research, forecasting, and advisory services, including but not limited to:

What industries does Oxford Economics cover?

Oxford Economics covers a wide range of industries, providing insights for diverse business contexts. These include:

Who can benefit from Oxford Economics’ services and insights?

Oxford Economics supports a wide range of organisations across all sectors, including governments, central banks, financial institutions, and businesses in industries such as professional services, technology, travel and tourism, manufacturing, and real estate.

We work with teams across organisations, not only economists, but also finance, strategy, planning, government relations, marketing, and data science professionals.

Our clients use our economic research, forecasts, and data-driven analysis to understand global trends, assess risk, and make informed decisions, from anticipating change and driving growth to managing uncertainty.

How far into the future do Oxford Economics forecasts go? 

Oxford Economics typically provides forecasts extending to up to 2060, depending on the specific service and economic indicator. Our forecasts are typically updated monthly to reflect the latest global economic trends.

What makes Oxford Economics a trusted source of economic insights?

Oxford Economics is recognised for its independent approach, rigorous methodology, and global economic coverage. We combine expert analysis with proprietary models to deliver consistent, data-driven insights that support decision-making across markets and sectors within a single internally consistent framework, covering more than 200 countries, 100 industrial sectors, and 8,000 cities and regions. 

This is further reflected in our industry recognition, which highlights the reliability and value of our analysis. 

Can I see examples of Oxford Economics research or case studies?

Yes, you can view a wide range of economic research and reports on our Global Economic Resources and case studies page. 

Does Oxford Economics offer free trials or demos of its services? 

Yes, we offer free trials and demo for all of our services. Register your interest today to gain access to a subscription service tailored to your needs.

Where is Oxford Economics headquartered?

Oxford Economics is headquartered in Oxford, United Kingdom at 60 St Aldates, Oxford, OX1 1ST.

Where are Oxford Economics’ offices located globally?

Oxford Economics has over 21 offices worldwide, supporting clients across all major regions. Our teams are based in:

Europe:

  • United Kingdom (Oxford, London, Belfast)
  • France (Paris)
  • Italy (Milan)
  • Germany (Frankfurt)
  • Ireland (Dublin)

Americas:

  • United States (New York, Philadelphia)
  • Canada (Toronto)
  • Mexico (Mexico City)

Asia-Pacific:

  • Hong Kong SAR
  • Singapore
  • Japan (Tokyo)
  • Australia (Sydney)

Africa:

  • Cape Town

Middle East:

  • Dubai

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How can I stay updated with Oxford Economics insights?

You can subscribe to our newsletters for regular updates on our latest research, economic insights, and company news.  

For access to in-depth forecasts, reports, and expert analysis – request a free trial and one of our experts will be in touch to tailor it to your needs. 

How can I contact Oxford Economics? 

You can get in touch with us by completing the contact us form. 

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