Bruegel has announced the appointment of Katharina Bergant and Simone Tagliapietra as its new Deputy Directors, set to begin their roles in autumn 2026. 

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Grzegorz Zielinski as the new Managing Director for South-Eastern Europe, effective June 1, 2026, succeeding Charlotte Ruhe.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development announces the appointment of Matteo Colangeli as Managing Director for SME Finance and Development.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the appointment of Andreea Moraru as Managing Director for Central Europe and the Baltic States.

Abdoulaye NDIAYE (NYU Stern) has been announced as the inaugural winner of the Africa NextGen Economist Prize.

On the 40th anniversary of Portugal's accession to the EEC, the Iscte Institute for Public and Social Policies (IPPS-Iscte) introduces the Atlas of Portugal in Europe, an interactive platform featuring essential socio-economic indicators to analyze and compare Portugal’s progress with other EU nations.

The CEPR has appointed Kenza Benhima as its next Visiting Chair, continuing its initiative within the French economic research community. Benhima will hold the position for a three-month term, operating from Sciences Po and mentoring PhD students.

Whitney K. Newey, a prominent figure in econometric theory, receives the 2026 edition of the $300,000 Erwin Plein Nemmers Prize.

The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has announced its 101st class of Guggenheim Fellows, featuring 223 remarkable artists, scientists, and scholars selected from nearly 5,000 applicants across 55 fields. Of these, one is an economist, and two are data scientists.

Students from the TU905 BSc Economics and Finance programme at TU Dublin have triumphed at the Goodbody Student Managed Fund Competition, showcasing their expertise in investment management.

Australia announces the appointment of Meghan Quinn as the first female Secretary of the Department of Defence, starting on May 18, 2026. 

Economist Christopher Phelan has been nominated by President Trump to lead the White House Council of Economic Advisers, as part of efforts to strengthen his economic team amidst calls for lower interest rates.  

Ludwig Straub has been awarded the prestigious John Bates Clark Medal for his significant contributions to macroeconomic modeling. His research addresses agent heterogeneity and its impact on economic dynamics, particularly in relation to consumer behavior and fiscal policy.

The National Bank of Slovakia is inviting research proposals to support economic and financial studies, with grants ranging from €5,000 to €70,000. 

Damascus, Mar. 26 (SANA) — Syria has formed a joint business council with Spain to enhance economic cooperation and explore partnership opportunities. This follows similar initiatives with other countries in recent weeks, and is part of a broader strategy to engage more deeply with international markets.

The European Council has appointed Boris Vujčić as the new Vice-President of the European Central Bank (ECB).

The Royal Economic Society has awarded the 2025 Prize to Grischa Perino, Robert Ritz, and Arthur van Benthem for their significant contribution in understanding climate policy interactions.

Dr. Vera Songwe, an African development expert, has been appointed by the Vatican to the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences. Dr. Songwe boasts an impressive career, including leadership roles in international organizations and significant contributions in climate finance.

At a ceremony held on March 3, 2026, at the Library of Congress, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) awarded Dr. David L. Ortega the 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award for his significant contributions to agricultural science communication. The event also recognized Suraksha Baral as the recipient of CAST’s Science Communication Scholarship.

Prominent economist Claudia Goldin is set to receive the prestigious Talcott Parsons Prize for her groundbreaking work in economic history, particularly related to women's roles in the economy.

The BBVA Foundation has announced Charles Manski, a professor at Northwestern University, as winner of the 18th edition of the Frontiers of Knowledge Award in the Economics, Finance and Management category, for his groundbreaking work in measuring uncertainty in economic research, impacting public policy analysis.

Stefano Scarpetta is set to assume the role of Chief Economist at the OECD, bringing over 30 years of experience in economics and public policy. He previously led the OECD Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs.

Professor Brian Bell has been appointed as the Chief Economic Advisor to the Treasury, succeeding Sam Beckett. The appointment was announced by the UK government on Friday.

Professor Bruce Preston has been appointed as a part-time member of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Monetary Policy Board by the Australian Government, effective March 1, 2026. 

Professor Kevin O’Rourke, from Sciences Po Paris and CNRS, has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious Alice Murray Distinguished Scholar Award. This award, presented by the Centre for Economics, Policy and History (CEPH) at Trinity College Dublin, recognizes an economic historian whose work significantly contributes to the discipline.