By Years: Urmas Kruuse

It strongly supports boosting the competitiveness and efficiency of businesses, viewing this as the key to economic growth. It advocates for tax incentives (such as taxing agricultural diesel at the European minimum level) and reducing bureaucracy (for example, eliminating the licensing requirement for childcare facilities). Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of increasing the share of exports and services, and supports teaching financial literacy in schools.

The economic outlook emphasizes competitiveness, energy security, and the vital role of the banking sector in financing businesses. He opposes additional taxation on banks, fearing the costs will be passed on to customers, and highlights the contribution banks already make through advance income tax payments. He supports increasing direct agricultural subsidies and maintaining the preferential rate for specialized diesel fuel to ensure competitiveness.