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Mark Zandi
Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics | Co-Founder, Economy.com | Macroeconomics, Housing & Fiscal Policy Expert
Mark Zandi is one of the most trusted voices in American economics, serving as Chief Economist of Moody's Analytics and co-founder of Economy.com. A rare bipartisan authority, he advises lawmakers across party lines and has testified before Congress on fiscal policy, housing, and financial reform. Audiences leave his talks with a clearer, more confident picture of where the economy is headed.
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Mark Zandi biography
Mark Zandi has spent three decades building one of the most credible reputations in American economics. As Chief Economist of Moody’s Analytics, he leads a team that produces some of the most widely cited economic research in the country, covering everything from macroeconomic forecasting and housing markets to fiscal policy and financial regulation. His work sits at the intersection of rigorous data analysis and real-world policy consequence — and it is trusted by both sides of the political aisle.
Before joining Moody’s, Zandi co-founded Economy.com, a pioneering economic research and consulting firm that was acquired by Moody’s Corporation in 2005. That acquisition placed his analytical infrastructure at the center of one of the world’s most influential financial intelligence networks. He holds a doctorate in economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, giving his applied work a foundation in rigorous academic training.
Zandi’s track record on high-stakes calls is part of what sets him apart. In 2005, he was among the first economists to publicly identify the structural vulnerabilities building in U.S. housing and credit markets — a warning that proved prescient when the financial crisis unfolded three years later. That early call established him as a voice worth listening to when the stakes are high and the consensus is comfortable.
A Trusted Voice in Washington and on Wall Street
He has testified before Congress on numerous occasions, advising lawmakers on fiscal stimulus, the federal deficit, mortgage finance reform, and the economic effects of major legislation. His counsel is sought by both Republican and Democratic policymakers — a rare distinction in today’s polarized policy environment. His books include Financial Shock, a rigorous examination of the mortgage market collapse and its systemic consequences, and Paying the Price, which explores the economic fallout of the financial crisis and the policy response that followed.
As an economics speaker, Mark Zandi delivers what senior audiences prize most: clarity without oversimplification. He translates complex macroeconomic forces — interest rate cycles, labor market shifts, housing dynamics, debt sustainability — into frameworks that executives, investors, and policymakers can act on. His presentations are grounded in proprietary data and current research, updated to reflect the latest economic conditions. Audiences consistently leave with a sharper picture of where the economy stands, what the risks are, and how organizations can position themselves to navigate what comes next.
Mark Zandi Speaking Videos
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What does the current macroeconomic environment mean for businesses, investors, and governments? Zandi draws on Moody's Analytics' proprietary forecasting models to lay out where the economy is heading — covering growth, inflation, labor markets, and interest rates — and what it means for strategic decision-making. Concrete, data-driven, and updated to current conditions, this talk gives senior audiences the economic intelligence they need to plan with confidence.
Few economic sectors affect as many stakeholders as housing. Zandi brings his deep expertise in mortgage markets, affordability dynamics, and residential investment to bear on one of the most complex puzzles in today's economy. This session explores where housing is heading, what it signals about broader consumer health, and how businesses and investors should position themselves given evolving supply, demand, and policy conditions.
The federal deficit and long-run debt trajectory are among the most consequential and under-discussed issues facing the American economy. Drawing on decades of congressional testimony and fiscal analysis, Zandi examines how unsustainable debt dynamics could affect interest rates, growth, and the capacity for future policy response — and what realistic paths forward might look like for lawmakers and institutions navigating this reality.
One of the first economists to warn of the 2008 financial crisis, Zandi offers a forensic look at how systemic vulnerabilities build, how they are missed, and how they eventually break. More than a history lesson, this session is a framework for identifying early warning signals in today's financial system — and a practical guide for boards, executives, and policymakers who want to build more resilient institutions before the next shock arrives.
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FAQs on Booking Mark Zandi
Why Mark Zandi?
Booking Mark Zandi for your event is a decision that delivers immediate credibility and genuine insight. As Chief Economist of Moody's Analytics and co-founder of Economy.com, Zandi brings three decades of rigorous economic research, a track record of accurate high-stakes forecasting, and a rare ability to speak clearly to audiences that range from corporate boards to congressional committees. He is bipartisan by reputation and trusted by both sides of Washington — which means his analysis carries weight that purely partisan voices cannot. For events focused on the economy, financial markets, fiscal policy, or business strategy, few speakers can match the combination of depth, relevance, and earned credibility that Zandi brings to the stage. Aurum Speakers Bureau can assist in securing his availability and tailoring his presentation to your audience.
Was Mark Zandi one of the first economists to predict the 2008 financial crisis?
Yes. As early as 2005, Zandi was publicly flagging structural problems in the U.S. housing and mortgage markets — rising default rates, deteriorating lending standards, and the systemic risks embedded in complex mortgage-backed securities. His warnings predate the mainstream recognition of those vulnerabilities by several years, and his subsequent book, Financial Shock, became one of the definitive accounts of how the crisis unfolded and why. That forecasting record has since shaped how seriously policymakers and financial institutions take his analysis.
What is Moody's Analytics, and what is Mark Zandi's role there?
Moody's Analytics is a leading provider of financial intelligence, economic research, and risk management tools, operating as a subsidiary of Moody's Corporation. As Chief Economist, Zandi directs the firm's economic research division, overseeing forecasting, analysis, and advisory services used by financial institutions, governments, and corporations worldwide. The unit produces some of the most closely watched economic data and commentary in the United States, and Zandi personally advises a wide range of clients on macroeconomic strategy and policy implications.
What topics does economics speaker Mark Zandi cover, and who is his ideal audience?
Mark Zandi speaks on macroeconomic forecasting, U.S. fiscal and monetary policy, housing and mortgage markets, financial system risk, and the economic implications of major legislation. His talks are particularly well-suited for financial services firms, corporate boards, trade associations, policy organizations, and investment conferences where the audience has a direct stake in understanding economic conditions. He tailors his presentations to current data, making each talk highly relevant to the moment. Contact Aurum Speakers Bureau to discuss how his content can be aligned with your event's specific theme and audience.
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