Sven R Larson, Ph.D., has worked as a staff economist for think tanks and as an advisor to political campaigns. He is the author of several academic papers and books. His writings concentrate on the welfare state, how it causes economic stagnation, and the reforms needed to reduce the negative impact of big government. On Twitter, he is @S_R_Larson and he writes regularly at Larson’s Political Economy on Substack.
More German Jobs Move to Hungary

More German Jobs Move to Hungary

Flagship automaker Mercedes’ relocation of its production accelerates the decline of Western Europe as an industrial power.

January 14, 2026
Germany: Europe’s Growth Engine or Basket Case?

Germany: Europe’s Growth Engine or Basket Case?

Here are three ideas that could put Europe’s largest economy back on track again.

January 10, 2026
Circular Economy: A Recipe for European Decline

Circular Economy: A Recipe for European Decline

With its ‘circular’ vision, the European Commission demonstrates its complete detachment from economic reality.

January 8, 2026
The Sad State of Europe’s Economy

The Sad State of Europe’s Economy

Europe needs an urgent, independent economic crash commission led by business leaders and economists—not Brussels politicians.

December 31, 2025
ECB Outlook Spells Economic Decline for Europe

ECB Outlook Spells Economic Decline for Europe

The central bank’s latest forecast cements Europe in a deadlock of stagnation, deterioration, and emerging economic despair.

December 19, 2025
When Frankenstein Governments Rule Europe

When Frankenstein Governments Rule Europe

Coalitions are taking over national governments in Europe with only one goal: to keep national conservatives out of government. This is seriously jeopardizing Europe’s future.

December 17, 2025
Would Europe Survive Without the Euro?

Would Europe Survive Without the Euro?

In the wake of Elon Musk’s suggestion that the EU should be abolished, it is relevant to ask what would happen to the European economy if the currency union no longer existed.

December 12, 2025
If Musk Got His Way: The Economic Realities of a Europe Without the EU

If Musk Got His Way: The Economic Realities of a Europe Without the EU

As part of his spat with the EU bureaucracy, the X owner has called for the abolition of the EU. What if his wish was somehow granted?

December 10, 2025
Making Greece Great Again

Making Greece Great Again

After losing 25% of its economy to austerity policies, Greece has been suffering in poverty for a decade. Now, starting with a promising idea, the government in Athens aspires to rebuild the country.

December 5, 2025
Hungarians Facing Two Different Futures

Hungarians Facing Two Different Futures

The leak of an alleged plan by the opposition to raise taxes drastically sharpens the contrast between two choices in the April elections.

December 2, 2025
The State of American Conservatism

The State of American Conservatism

The competing legacies of Barry Goldwater and William F. Buckley still shape American political discourse, but the relationship between their conservatisms is more complex than commonly portrayed.

November 28, 2025
Polish Economy Outshines Europe

Polish Economy Outshines Europe

Rapid gains in living standards had aligned with prudent long-term public spending, but conditions have worsened since 2023.

November 26, 2025