Gerard Lyons

Gerard Lyons, hailed by The Times as “one of the most influential analysts of the global economy,” has a distinguished career that spans over three decades, marked by a profound impact on both financial markets and public policy. In 2019, he was a candidate for Governor of the Bank of England, underscoring his prominence in the field.

Currently, Gerard serves as the Senior Independent Director on the Board of Bank of China (UK), where he also chairs the Risk Committee, and sits on the Board of BGC Partners, a global brokerage firm. As Chief Economic Strategist at Netwealth Investments, a discretionary wealth management firm he co-founded in 2016, Gerard plays a key role in shaping economic strategies. His influence extends to climate finance as a member of the Bretton Woods Committee’s Climate and Energy Transition Finance project team and as an Advisory Board member of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change since its inception in 2008.

Gerard is a respected voice in economic policy debates, having spoken at high-profile global events such as the EU-China Summit and Davos, where he represented the financial sector in ‘The World Debate’ broadcast live by the BBC. His expertise is regularly sought by policymakers, including central bankers and politicians, particularly in emerging economies across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

His remarkable foresight, evidenced by his accurate prediction of the 2008 global financial crisis while at Standard Chartered, has earned him significant accolades. Gerard’s contributions to economics have been recognized by his election to the Council of the Royal Economic Society and his appointment as a Fellow of the Society of Professional Economists. With his deep expertise and ability to demystify complex economic issues, Gerard Lyons continues to be a pivotal figure in the global economic landscape.