In an interview with RTL and ntv, Felbermayr emphasized the need for a noticeable reduction in tax burdens for those in the middle of the income distribution. While he refrained from specifying exact percentages for potential reforms, he suggested that financing should occur within the existing system, potentially through efficiency gains in government operations. Additionally, Felbermayr expressed opposition to excessively high taxes on the wealthy. He has been a member of the Council of Economic Experts since March 2023, tasked with evaluating overall economic development.