About the author

Simon Ward has worked as an economist in financial markets for over 20 years. He believes that changes in monetary conditions are a key driver of both the economic cycle and movements in financial markets; accordingly, a forecasting approach emphasising monetary analysis has a better chance of success.

This online journal comments on economic and market developments from a monetary perspective. We welcome comments or questions.

Simon joined New Star in 2001 as economist and strategist. He formerly worked for WorldInvest, now New Star Institutional Managers. Previously he held positions at Lombard Street Research and Bank Julius Baer. Simon has degrees from Cambridge University and Birkbeck College.