Studies
In a world that is ever more interconnected and constantly changing, effective policymaking depends on having a broad and forward-looking perspective. Public institutions require evidence, insight and foresight analysis to shift from reactive decisions to proactive strategies.
At Syntesia – Policy and Economics, we seek to clarify complex dynamics and highlight long-term implications towards assisting the design of policies that are credible, resilient and future-proof. Our studies include everything from sector reviews and legal analyses to feasibility assessments and foresight analyses. We examine market forces, regulatory impacts, technological change and supply chain dynamics, always anchoring our work in robust and expert data analysis. Whether reviewing taxation rules, assessing responsible food policies or mapping the future of value added tax in Europe, we combine retrospective assessments with forward-looking scenarios to ensure recommendations are both evidence-based and practical.
Our approach is designed to bridge evidence and policy. We work collaboratively with institutions, engaging stakeholders and experts to ensure findings are grounded in real-world contexts. At the same time, we maintain full independence, guaranteeing that our analysis is objective and credible. By combining rigorous evaluation with forward-looking scenarios, we provide public bodies with not just answers, but also practical pathways for shaping effective and sustainable policies.
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Impact of taxation on hospitality sector in the EU
Study for the Association of Hotels, Restaurants & Cafés in Europe (Hotrec) on the impact of changes in VAT rates on the hospitality sector in Europe.
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Study on the potential for a unified tax identication number in the EU
Feasibility study for DG TAXUD aimed at exploring the potential development and implementation of a new, unified EU Tax Identification Number (TIN), as well as associated verification instruments. This study is part of an ongoing effort to enhance the efficiency of cross-border tax reporting, improve data quality and strengthen tax compliance across EU member states.
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Study on the value added tax gap in the EU 2025
Quantitative analysis for DG TAXUD of value added tax (VAT) non-compliance and expenditures in VAT, as well as their drivers, in the EU (and candidate countries) in 2025.
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Review of tobacco taxation rules
Update for DG TAXUD of the eariler IA Study and in subsequent Commission’s documents analysing impacts and potential changes to alcohol taxation in the EU. The update includes also an analysis of the quantitative impact on cross-border flows of a few possible revisions of the rules governing the limitiationd of such flows.
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Review of alcohol taxation rules
Update for DG TAXUD of the eariler IA Study and in subsequent Commission’s documents analysing impacts and potential changes to tobacco taxation in the EU. The update includes also an analysis of the quantitative impact on cross-border flows of a few possible revisions of the rules govrtning the limitiationd of such flows.
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Study on the future of value added tax in the EU
This study for DG TAXUD considers possible improvements to the EU value added tax (VAT) system after VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA), assessing their feasibility and likely consequences. It relies on the analysis of current weaknesses, gaps and inefficiencies, adopting a forward-looking prospective analysis combined with and based on the retrospective assessment of the current situation.
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Product market regulation in the USA
Data collection and legal analysis of regulatory data for the USA in preparation of the 2024 edition of the Product Market Regulation indicators, a set of indicators published by the OECD assessing the extent to which public policies create barriers to market entry and competition.
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Study on the value added tax gap in the EU 2024
Analysis for DG TAXUD of the levels of value added tax (VAT) evasion at EU level and for each member country in 2024, providing the European Commission and national tax authorities with actionable evidence to assess the effectiveness of existing and perspective policies to tackle tax evasion.
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Responsible food policies
This study for DG SANTE covered commitments pledged under the EU Code of Conduct on responsible food business and marketing practices.
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Baseline survey on the financial inclusion and financial health of refugees in Jordan
This assignment entailed the first comprenhensive assessment of the access to and use of financial services (financial inclusion) as well as the financial security, resilience, freedom, and confidence (financial health) of both Syrian and non-Syrian refugees in Jordan. In collaboration with Lattanzio KIBS, and with data collacteion carried out by Mindset, the survey covered over 3,600 respondents living in camps and host communities across the country.