Keyu Jin

Keyu Jin is a prominent economist and academic renowned for her expertise in global economics, finance and international relations.

As professor of economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science, Keyu Jin lectures on international economics, technology competition and the Chinese economy. She is a member of the China Finance 40 Group and has worked with the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the China Banking Regulatory Commission.

Keyu Jin explores the intersection of economics and geopolitics. Examining the geopolitical risks and opportunities that impact global trade, security and diplomatic relations; she offers strategic perspectives for policymakers and business leaders. Her insights and commentary have been featured in leading media outlets worldwide, including Bloomberg, CNBC, BBC, and Financial Times. She is also a prolific writer, publishing research papers, op-eds, and articles in prestigious academic journals and popular publications.

The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism was selected as one of Fortune Magazine’s Top 10 Must-Read Books for Board Members. Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the UK calls her a “brilliant thinker” and she is a highly sought-after voice in discussions on the world economy, financial markets and policy implications. Keyu Jin is a regular guest at renowned economic forums such as the World Economic Forum, IMF Annual Meetings and other global economic summits. She has been invited to speak at prestigious academic institutions where she continues to shape the discourse on global economics.

Born and raised in Beijing, China, Keyu Jin is one of a small handful of professional economists who understand China from the inside. With her expertise in finance and capital markets, she speaks with authority on macroeconomic trends, investment strategies, risk management and emerging market dynamics.

Keyu Jin earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Harvard University and a PhD in Economics from Princeton University.