Eduardo Levy Yeyati

Eduardo Levy Yeyati

Strategic Authority on Emerging Markets, Macroeconomics & Global Finance

Core Intelligence Domain: Economics & Finance
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina | Languages: English, Spanish
Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence

Eduardo Levy Yeyati is a globally recognised economist, academic leader, and strategic advisor renowned for his proprietary insights into emerging markets, labour dynamics, and macroeconomic resilience. Combining profound academic rigour with high-level executive experience, he provides C-suite leaders and policymakers with predictive frameworks to navigate global financial volatility and shifting economic paradigms.

Currently serving as the Dean of the School of Government at Universidad Torcuato Di Tella (UTDT) and Founder of the Center for Evidence-Based Policy (CEPE), Levy Yeyati operates at the critical intersection of applied research and public policy design. He is also a non-resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution’s Global Economy and Development programme, contributing vital analysis on sustainable growth and economic stability in developing economies.

His distinguished career features a wealth of senior leadership roles across both the private and public sectors. He previously served as the Chief Economist of the Central Bank of Argentina, where he navigated complex monetary landscapes, and as Head of Emerging Markets Strategy at Barclays Capital, engineering robust investment strategies during periods of significant international market fluctuation. His advisory expertise has been highly sought after by prominent multilateral institutions, including the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB).

A prolific author and thought leader, Eduardo Levy Yeyati has educated future leaders as a visiting professor at Harvard University, the London School of Economics (LSE), and Universitat Pompeu Fabra. He has published extensively in top-tier international academic journals and has authored multiple influential books focusing on development economics, financial crises, and the transformative future of work.

Key Career Achievements

• Dean of the School of Government at Universidad Torcuato Di Tella (UTDT).
• Former Chief Economist at the Central Bank of Argentina.
• Former Head of Latin American Research and Emerging Markets Strategy at Barclays Capital.
• Non-resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution.
• Founding Director of the Center for Evidence-Based Policy (CEPE).
• Former President of the National Bank of Public Investment (BICE) and Director of the Consultative Council at CIPPEC.
• Recognised visiting professor at Harvard University and the London School of Economics.

Core Speaking Themes & Proprietary Frameworks

• Macroeconomic Outlook & Emerging Markets Strategy: Deciphering global financial trends to identify growth opportunities and mitigate risks in volatile economies.
• The Future of Work: Strategic analysis of labour market evolution, focusing on the socio-economic impact of artificial intelligence, automation, and shifting demographics.
• Financial Crises & Monetary Policy Resilience: Lessons from global financial disruptions and frameworks for building institutional and corporate resilience.
• Evidence-Based Public Policy: Designing, evaluating, and implementing effective strategies for sustainable economic development.
• Geopolitics & Global Trade Dynamics: Navigating the complex interplay between international political shifts and macroeconomic stability.

Key Takeaways

• Actionable intelligence on capitalising on emerging market opportunities while safeguarding against macroeconomic vulnerabilities.
• Proprietary insights into the intersection of central banking, monetary policy, and global corporate finance.
• Strategic foresight regarding the transformation of labour markets and how organisations can adapt to the future of work.
• Expert frameworks for implementing resilient, data-driven policies that drive sustainable growth in both the public and private sectors.