Oikonomia Advisory and Research, Inc.

Empowering you with knowledge

A private think tank aiming to help you with navigating the economic and business environment of the Philippines through our different services and help you make data-backed decisions confidently.

Founded in 2023 by Dr. John Paolo Rivera, the firm has helped clients from both the public and private sector of different sizes, needs, and solutions.

The solutions we offer

We offer our expertise in the areas of macroeconomics, microeconomics, international trade and finance, economic development, statistics, and applied econometrics.

Knowledge Capital

We provide insights regarding the state of the economy and the business environment. We can also provide solutions for market research, feasibility studies, and economic research.

Thought Leadership

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Capability Enhancement

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Thought Leadership

Our recent contributions to literature.

Could AI Truly Enhance Labor Productivity?

February 8, 2025

By Alysha Legaspi

The emergence of AI found its use in a myriad of things – from being a search engine, information generator, research, curating multimedia content, among others. Given the versatility of AI’s capabilities, it is more than qualified to be utilized for enhancing worker productivity.

World Financial Review

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The Team

Our team is comprised of knowledgeable, creative, and grounded professionals.

John Paolo Rivera, Ph.D.
Founder, Chief Economist

He is a senior research fellow at the Philippine Institute for Development Studies where he is involved in the study areas of macroeconomics, tourism development, trade and industry. He is the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Young Scientist in the field of Economics by the Philippine Department of Science and Technology - National Academy of Science and Technology.

Reinielle Matt Erece
Economist

A candidate of the Master of Science in Industrial Economics at the University of Asia and the Pacific (Philippines). His research interests include finance, macroeconomics, and energy.

Rischelle Alysha Legaspi
Economist

A candidate of the Master of Science in Industrial Economics at the University of Asia and the Pacific (Philippines). Her research interests are macroeconomics, sustainability, and development economics.

Rafael Alfonso Remo
Junior Economist

A student taking up BS in Economics & Public Policy at San Beda University - Manila with a particular interest in Maritime Economics.

Start your journey with us today!

Our team will reach out to your inquiry, ASAP.

oikonomia.oarinc@gmail.com