This conference series aims at bringing together top researchers to present their recent work on topics that are of critical importance for the Spanish economy, as well as distinguished policy-makers to discuss their views on these topics. This year’s conference will include academic sessions on the labour market, productivity, monetary policy and public finances. It will also feature a closing speech by Pablo Hernández de Cos, Governor of the Banco de España, and a panel discussion on energy markets chaired by Ángel Gavilán, Director General of Economics, Statistics and Research.