The National Bureau of Economic Research is an American private nonprofit research organization "committed to undertaking and disseminating unbiased economic research among public policymakers, business professionals, and the academic community."

Is NBER think tank?

The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) is a think tank that supports, publishes, and distributes scholarly research on economics and economic policy. More than 1,400 professors and scholars work on NBER research projects.

Who funds the NBER?

The NBER is supported by grants from government agencies and private foundations, contributions from corporations and individuals, subscription revenue, and portfolio income. NBER researchers are organized into 20 research programs, each led by a director or co-directors.