The general assessment of the global economic outlook is based on rigorous analysis of recent developments, following a defined process (see Policy Brief ) . This provides the basis for a set of internationally consistent, but conditional projections for each OECD country as well as key non-member economies.

The projections are not model-based, but the OECD Interlink model provides a tool to help ensure a consistent set of paths for key economic variables. Country notes describe the assumptions underlying the projections and the key policy messages.

The OECD Economic Outlook also contains a series of  special chapters giving summaries of empirical analyses within the Economics Department and on topical issues that bear on the Economic Outlook.