In that context, I shall also present estimation results of the Bank of Finland Dynamic General Equilibrium Model, which analyses the consequences of ageing for overall economic dynamics. Pension savings and the financial markets Preparing for old age is one of the most important reasons why people save and is also a key source of market finance.
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