Neil ShearingGroup Chief Economist at Capital Economics and Specialist in Global Geopolitics

Neil Shearing serves as the Group Chief Economist at Capital Economics, where he leads research for one of the most prominent independent economic analysis firms in the world. With an academic background from the University of York and the University of London, he previously acted as an Economic Adviser at HM Treasury, focusing on global economics and fiscal policy. Neil also spent several years leading operations in New York as the Chief Emerging Markets Economist, where his work earned multiple accolades for forecasting precision. He currently shares his expertise as an Associate Fellow within the Global Economy Programme at Chatham House. His analysis provides a crucial framework for understanding how the rivalry between the United States and China, the transformation of globalisation, and the rise of distinct geopolitical blocs are reordering international commerce. Neil explores the economic consequences of shifts in supply chains and the control of critical minerals, as well as the long-term influence of artificial intelligence on global growth. His perspective on these systemic changes is detailed in his book, The Fractured Age: How the Return of Geopolitics Will Splinter the Global Economy, which was shortlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year. A frequent contributor to the BBC, Bloomberg, and CNBC, Neil is recognised for his ability to translate complex macroeconomic trends into clear, authoritative guidance. His weekly briefings are essential reading for thousands of industry leaders and policymakers. Audiences value his sessions for his balanced, forward-looking perspective on the forces shaping the modern financial landscape. On stage, Neil Shearing is best known for talks on Global Economy, Economics & the Economy, Politics & Geopolitics and Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Finance & Economics and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Neil Shearing is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Neil Shearing travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Neil Shearing would approach your audience.