Each working day bears for the country about 0.4% of the increase in gross domestic product. "Work from the first days of the year will give Ukraine not less than 1% of GDP growth," wrote the director of the association of suppliers of trade networks, Alexei Doroshenko. The expert noted that in fact, there are big January and May holidays in Ukraine. "Such customs are suitable for wealthy countries that have a strong economy. For those who fall or just rise, such habits are harmful both for the economy and for their own wallet, "commented Doroshenko. He added that in a country where GDP fell by 2 times and is growing at a rate of 2% per year, every percentage is important. "Otherwise, we will reach the level of 2013 for another 20 years.

Someone will say that it is better to raise the economy through efficiency of work. But this requires money that will be invested in production. And with money both on the domestic market and with foreign investments we have a big problem. Therefore, when it comes to the development of the country and raising the standard of living, rest must be sacrificed, "- concluded Alexei Doroshenko.

Original article: The expert described how long the weekend affects the economy.