Peter Westaway

Peter Westaway is a highly respected independent economist and financial markets analyst, best known for previously holding senior positions at the Bank of England, Vanguard Asset Management and the National Institute of Economic and Social Research. Having established the powerful ability to communicate complex ideas in a straightforward, engaging manner, his work over recent years has supported organisations and the next generation of professionals to gain a deep understanding of monetary policy, central bank behaviour, and the implications of government fiscal policy for the economic and financial markets. As a regular commentator on BBC, Bloomberg, and CBNC, Peter’s professionalism and remarkable skillset are treasured throughout the industry. When looking to hire an informative financial speaker, look no further than Peter today.

Highly educated, Peter attended the University of Cambridge and gained a Master of Philosophy for Control Engineering and Operational Research and a PhD in Economics. Keen to begin his professional career, he secured the role of Senior Economic Assistant at HM Treasury in 1984 and gained the opportunity to be involved with the first successful incorporation of rational expectations modelling techniques in the organisation's applied work. Respected for his varying knowledge throughout the economic industry, Peter was selected to join the National Institute of Economic and Social Research as a Senior Research Officer, before securing the profound role of Senior Manager of the Bank of England. Taking over the background analysis of the Bank’s approach to policymaking, Peter’s expertise has transformed numerous organisations throughout his career and has allowed him to become a popular speaker to educate audiences on important economic topics.  

In 2003, Peter was seconded to the HM Treasury, allowing him to advise on the Brown government’s Five Tests Assessment on the UK’s Membership of the euro area. A leading authority in his field, Peter has fulfilled numerous high-profile roles over recent years, most notably becoming the Senior Research Advisor for the Bank of England, the Chief Economist in Europe at Nomura International, and the renowned Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy Group at Vanguard Europe. Having developed admirable leadership qualities and mental resilience, his expert knowledge and experience are now in high demand at all kinds of speaking events.

Treasured for his ability to explain complex information in a simple, entertaining manner, Peter Westaway is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. Alongside his successful career, Peter has written several articles on macroeconomics and policymaking, whilst also writing two influential background papers to the Five Test Assessment of euro membership. Having established a strong reputation throughout the industry, he also appears as a regular economics commentator on MMC, Bloomberg, and CNBC. An inspiration to professionals globally, he is able to communicate effectively with audiences ranging from university students to financial advisors and institutional money managers. When looking to educate audience members at your upcoming event, do not hesitate to hire Peter Westaway.

In December 2023 we sat down virtually with Peter Westaway and discussed current and future inflation rates. Watch our Exclusive Interview with Peter Westaway.