George Magnus
Navigate global economic uncertainty with George Magnus, speaker and independent economist. George works with organisations to understand China's economy, emerging markets, and financial crises, delivering expert analysis as Oxford University Associate and former UBS Chief Economist.
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George Magnus is an independent economist whose incisive analysis of global economic trends has established him as a leading authority on China's economy, emerging markets, and financial crises. His foresight in predicting the 2008 financial crash demonstrates his exceptional analytical capabilities.
As a former Chief Economist at UBS Investment Bank and current Associate at Oxford University's China Centre, George brings deep institutional knowledge to complex economic issues. His influential books, including "Red Flags: Why Xi's China is in Jeopardy," have shaped understanding of critical global economic challenges, while his regular contributions to the Financial Times and Bloomberg extend his thought leadership.
Organizations facing uncertainty in global markets benefit from George's unique ability to interpret economic signals and geopolitical shifts. His expertise helps businesses navigate the complexities of US-China relations, emerging market volatility, and structural economic changes, providing strategic frameworks for risk assessment and opportunity identification in rapidly evolving markets.
Audiences leave George's presentations with practical insights for anticipating economic disruptions before they become mainstream concerns. His evidence-based approach offers clarity on how demographic trends and policy decisions impact business outcomes, while his historical perspective helps leaders contextualize current market conditions within broader economic cycles.
Book George for your next event to gain actionable intelligence on global economic trends that will directly impact your organization's strategic decisions.
George Magnus delivers unparalleled insights on China's economy, emerging markets, and global economic trends, drawing from his remarkable track record of predicting financial crises and his distinguished roles at UBS Investment Bank and Oxford University's China Centre. Book George for your next event to equip your organization with actionable intelligence on economic shifts that will directly impact your strategic decisions.
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