– The Times

Gerard is one of the UK’s leading economists, possessing expertise across a wealth of areas.
Alongside his deep knowledge of the UK economy, he is also an expert on global trends and emerging markets. His international perspective and thorough analysis are informed by first-hand experience in senior roles over three decades in both the private sector and in public policy.
Gerard is one of the UK’s leading economists, possessing expertise across a wealth of areas.
Alongside his deep knowledge of the UK economy, he is also an expert on global trends and emerging markets. His international perspective and thorough analysis are informed by first-hand experience in senior roles over three decades in both the private sector and in public policy.


The Times op-ed: The Bank must press ‘pause’ on rate rises or risk causing a recession
Pause, peak or pivot? This is the policy issue facing big western central banks. Should they pause in their tightening cycle? Or raise interest rates further to a new peak? Or pivot, preparing to cut rates soon?
Elfonomics – What can artists learn from football?
Elf discovers what lessons artists can take from football as Gerard analyses the economics of the Premier League and whether the model is sustainable. There’s also inspiration from David Beckham, fan engagement at Fulham and an evaluation of Germany’s 50+1 club ownership rule.
Conservative Home op-ed: Public sector net wealth. This new way of looking at the public finances could transform economic policy
Public sector net wealth (PSNW) may not sound like the most engaging of topics, yet this new way of looking at the public finances has the ability to transform the policy debate.
Big money questions with economist Dr Gerard Lyons and his daughter, comedian Elf Lyons.