About
Joseph Eugene Stiglitz is a renowned American New Keynesian economist, public policy analyst, and political activist. He currently serves as a professor at Columbia University. Stiglitz is a Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences laureate (2001) and recipient of the John Bates Clark Medal (1979). He has held prestigious positions such as senior vice president and chief economist of the World Bank, and chairman of the U.S. Council of Economic Advisers.
Career Timeline
Wins John Bates Clark Medal
Receives prestigious economics award for groundbreaking work on information asymmetry and market efficiency. Establishes him as rising star in academic economics at age 36.
Chairman of Council of Economic Advisers
Appointed by President Clinton to lead CEA, advising on major economic policy. Gains significant political influence and public visibility during strong economic growth period.
World Bank Chief Economist
Becomes senior VP and chief economist at World Bank, shaping global development policy. His criticism of IMF and Washington Consensus creates controversy but raises his international profile.
Nobel Prize in Economics
Awarded Nobel Memorial Prize for analyses of markets with asymmetric information. The highest honor in economics brings global recognition and bestselling book opportunities.
Globalization and Its Discontents
Publishes influential critique of globalization and international institutions. The bestseller makes him a public intellectual beyond academia, widely cited in policy debates.
Financial Crisis Commentary
Becomes prominent voice analyzing 2008 financial crisis and advocating reform. Regular media appearances and books maintain his relevance as public policy commentator.
Inequality and COVID Analysis
Continues work on inequality and economic policy during pandemic. Remains influential in progressive economics circles and academic institutions worldwide.
Distinguished Academic and Activist
Professor at Columbia, Nobel laureate, and respected policy voice at age 83. Well-known in economics, policy, and academic circles but limited mainstream celebrity recognition beyond specialists.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026