Bernard Baumohl is a leading economics speaker and the Chief Global Economist at the Economic Outlook Group, a service which offers both keynote speaking and Economic Intelligence Seminars, turning complex assessments of economics into engaging and lively presentations that resonate with audiences across a variety of sectors.
Beginning his career as an Economic Analyst with the Council on Foreign Relations, where he participated in policy discussions on global trade, economic security, nuclear arms control and the UN Convention on the Law of the Seas. After two years, Bernard moved to the European American Bank, writing weekly reports on the state of the economy and meeting with bankers and clients to offer his expertise on inflation, monetary policy, trade and currencies. In 1980, Bernard joined TIME Magazine as Senior Economics Reporter, serving as the department chief of TIME’s business reporting staff. Throughout his nearly 24 years at the magazine, Bernard covered the White House, Federal Reserve, global capital markets, reported on the world economy, travel and hospitality industries and organised TIME’s Board of Economists conferences each quarter. He also lectured at Duke University and New York University in Business Journalism during his tenure at TIME. Since 2004, Bernard has served as the Chief Global Economist at the Economic Outlook Group, furthering his status as being ahead of the curve in assessing the direction of both the US and World Economy. Bernard is a member of the Wall Street Journal Economic Panel, the National Association for Business Economics and the American Economic Association.
Culminating his knowledge, Bernard published ‘The Secrets of Economic Indicators’ In 2004, which has since been published in three editions and translated into multiple languages, including Chinese, Japanese, and even Russian. He has been twice ranked as the top economic forecaster by the Wall Street Journal and is the recipient of the John Hancock Award for Excellence in Financial Journalism. His insights have seen him featured across a range of media, such as the New York Times, Washington Post, Business Week, Financial Times and on National Public Radio, and in 2023, featured on the cover of Hotel Biz Link magazine.
Using a unique blend of humour and facts, Bernard translates seemingly incomprehensible economic concepts into straightforward ideas. With his award-winning ability to correctly predict the direction of the economy, Bernard is a highly sought-after speaker for his in-depth discussions, enlightening outlooks, and invaluable advice on navigating the tumultuous economic landscape businesses inhabit today.
Books
Secrets of Economic Indicators, The: Hidden Clues to Future Economic Trends and Investment Opportunities
Bernard Baumohl's official speaking topics are listed below:
How do you navigate through all the current economic and geopolitical uncertainties?
- Bernie lays out the opportunities and risks ahead for business leaders, investors and public policymakers. It is a topic of tremendous urgency these days because the economic and geopolitical order that has held since the end of World War II is now gone! The rules of the road are being reset. Tensions over tariffs, supply chain disruptions, wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, China's determination to take over Taiwan, threats to maritime traffic, climate change and the increasing reliance on artificial intelligence are ALL re-wiring global trade and transforming the entire business landscape. Adding more complexity are the current policies from Washington, which are impacting the path of interest rates, inflation, employment, trade flows, and consumer and corporate spending.
Geopolitical Risks: Where is the world headed?
We have entered a new era for the global economy. Geopolitical conflicts, cyber attacks, trade wars, declining birth rates, more destructive natural disasters, and the rapid pace of technological innovation are fundamentally changing the world order. And it is all happening at a head-spinning pace. Rarely in history has the outlook for the economy been more challenging. Yet corporate leaders and investors have to make decisions every day---and be able to justify them! But how do you manage a company and allocate investment capital in a world that is increasingly buffeted by economic, political and military shocks?
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"For three consecutive years, we have asked for Bernard Baumohl to return for his brilliant presentations on economics and geopolitics. It helps our leaders make decisions." - Electronics Industry
"Thank you for an absolutely excellent keynote presentation. We could not have asked for more, and we are so appreciative. It is rare to find a person with your background, knowledge, and ability to deliver an economic update that gets raves." - Chamber of Commerce
"We are happy to be a host sponsor and get a chance to listen to great speakers, like Bernard Baumohl, who presented the economic outlook." - Commercial Real Estate
"Bernie, your presentation was a hit, both in terms of content and delivery. Thank you so much!" - International Trade & Finance
"We are indeed very grateful to Mr. Baumohl for giving such an enlightening speech on the current economic position of our country and the world. All of us learned something valuable. We need to have more of these in future conferences. Great job!." - Major U.S. Government Agency
- 2026 – Continues sharing economics expertise
- 2025 – Once more ranked as top forecaster by the Wall Street Journal
- 2019 – Ranked as top forecasters by the Wall Street Journal
- 2004 – Published ‘The Secrets of Economic Indicators’
- 2004 – Chief Global Economist, The Economic Outlook Group
- 1980 – Senior Economics Reporter, Time Magazine
- 1978 – Economist, European American Bank
- 1976 – Economic Analyst, Council on Foreign Relations
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