For most of its history, economics has been an almost entirely male-dominated field. Slowly but surely, that’s finally starting to change. In banking, academia and public affairs, women are remaking the field of economics—and having a huge impact on how we see the world. Here, in alphabetical order, are 16 of the profession’s leading women.
16 Powerhouse Female Economists
As part of Worth's 10th Annual Power 100, we're recognizing power players across the industries we cover. Here are the female economists who are making waves in a male-dominated profession and changing the way we live and work.
Claudia GoldinJanet HenryKristalina GeorgievaLael BrainardMichala MarcussenMariana Mazzucato