Gerard Lyons

Gerard Lyons is one of the UK's most influential economists, renowned for translating complex global trends into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences. Described by The Times as "one of the most influential analysts of the global economy," he serves as Chief Economic Strategist at Netwealth Investments, Senior Independent Director on the Board of Bank of China (UK), and Chair of the Risk Committee at BGC Partners, whilst advising on climate policy through the Grantham Research Institute and the Bretton Woods Committee's Climate and Energy Transition Finance project team. With an exceptional forecasting record, including Bloomberg's ranking of his team as the world's most accurate in 2010 and 2011, Gerard helps audiences understand not just what's happening in the economy, but what it means for their businesses, investments, and communities.

When Gerard Lyons stood before the US Senate to testify on global economic trends, or addressed the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, he demonstrated what has become his hallmark: the ability to make sophisticated economic analysis accessible to any audience. Over more than three decades, he has built a reputation as one of the UK's most influential economists, described by The Times as "one of the most influential analysts of the global economy." His career spans landmark roles including Chief Economic Adviser to Boris Johnson as Mayor of London, Head of Global Research at Standard Chartered Bank where his team earned Bloomberg's ranking as the world's most accurate forecasters in 2010 and 2011, and candidacy for Governor of the Bank of England in 2019.

Gerard currently serves as Chief Economic Strategist at Netwealth Investments, the discretionary wealth manager he helped establish in 2016, alongside board positions as Senior Independent Director at Bank of China (UK) and Chair of the Risk Committee at BGC Partners. His advisory work extends to climate policy through his long-standing membership of the Grantham Research Institute's Advisory Board since its inception in 2008, and his role on the Bretton Woods Committee's Climate and Energy Transition Finance project team since 2022. He also contributes as a member of the Advisory Council of the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum and as a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Policy Studies. Having spoken in 82 countries and testified before committees of both the US Senate and UK Parliament, Gerard was famously asked to represent the financial sector at the 2010 World Economic Forum in Davos during the height of the financial crisis, in a debate televised live globally by the BBC. His forecasting record remains exceptional: he was credited as one of the few economists to predict the 2008 global financial crisis, and his expertise spans the UK and world economy, emerging markets including China and India, geopolitical risks, and central banking.

Whether addressing business leaders at the Richmond Financial Industry Forum or co-hosting Elfonomics, the economics podcast with his daughter, comedian Elf Lyons, Gerard transforms complex economic realities into practical understanding. His book The Consolations of Economics, published by Faber & Faber and named one of The Telegraph's Books of the Year, reflects his commitment to making economics meaningful beyond academic circles. Audiences leave his presentations with more than analysis: they gain clarity on what economic shifts mean for their investments, their businesses, and their strategic planning. From navigating fiscal challenges and interest rate policy to understanding climate finance and emerging market opportunities, Gerard equips organisations with the insight needed to make confident decisions in an increasingly uncertain global landscape.