Gita Gopinath
@GitaGopinath
First Deputy Managing Director of the IMF. Previously Chief Economist of IMF and Professor at Harvard's economics department. Views are my own.
After nearly 7 amazing years at the IMF, I have decided to return to my academic roots. On September 1, 2025, I will rejoin @HarvardEcon as the inaugural Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics. I am truly grateful for my time at @IMFnews, first as Chief Economist and then…
Thank you @Lagarde for your kind words!
As she announces her return to academia, I want to wish the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director @GitaGopinath all the very best. Gita has been a true trailblazer. Time and time again, she has shown both her intellectual rigour and steadfast leadership.
Thank you @KGeorgieva! It has been a privilege to serve with you.
First Deputy Managing Director @GitaGopinath will leave the IMF at the end of August to return to @Harvard University as the inaugural Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics. I am deeply grateful for her exceptional contributions to the Fund. imf.org/en/News/Articl…
The latest External Sector Report finds global current account balances widened in 2024, with China, US, and the euro area driving the largest increases. Domestic macro factors played a key role, highlighting the need for corrective policy actions by all. imf.org/en/Publication…
Harvard announcement: "Gita Gopinath returns to economics faculty after historic IMF leadership" news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/…
Terrific appointment. Rodrigo has that unique combination of intellectual depth, common sense, and a wealth of policy experience.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is pleased to appoint Rodrigo Valdés as Director of the IMF’s Fiscal Affairs Department. His leadership and wealth of experience will be vital in today’s complex global landscape. imf.org/en/News/Articl…
As always, such a privilege to work with my wonderful colleagues @CeylaP_IMF, Guillaume, Tidiane, Jeremy, Azim, this time in Kwazulu-Natal for the #G20SouthAfrica. Highly recommend visiting the beautiful province and trying 'Bunny Chow.'
Productive discussions on Day 1 at #G20SouthAfrica. Met with China’s Vice Minister of Finance Liao Min, @sif_sfi’s Daniela Stoffel, and @bankofengland Governor Andrew Bailey. We covered global economic challenges, regional outlooks, and ways to strengthen the IMF’s mission.
I had a wide-ranging conversation with @CNBCAfrica’s @FifiPeters on the regional economic outlook and challenges. We highlighted the importance of deepening regional trade ties amid global uncertainty and touched on AI too. Watch it here: cnbcafrica.com/media/77527654…
Starting #G20SouthAfrica with dynamic panel on AI & labor productivity. My messages: (1) Estimates of AI’s impact on productivity are wide-ranging and still unclear (2) What is clear is the need build up digital infrastructure & human capital. Watch here: bit.ly/410ZE1l
Here in KwaZulu-Natal for the #G20SouthAfrica Finance Ministers and CB Governors’ Meeting. Looking forward to insightful exchanges on how to enhance economic resilience & spur growth, and on debt sustainability for low-income countries.
Very pleased to meet @SidiOuldTah, President-Elect of the African Development Bank. Had a productive discussion on how the IMF & @AfDB_Group can collaborate to promote resilience, growth & opportunity across Africa. Looking forward to working together to advance our shared goals.
It was a joy to meet the teens in this year’s IMF Teen Summer Program—curious, thoughtful, and full of questions about the global economy.
Congratulationsa to @SabinaBhatia01 on her well-deserved appointment as the new Director of the Corporate Services and Facilities Department. Her deep understanding of Fund operations and proven leadership across multiple departments will serve the IMF well in this important…
Delighted to announce the appointment of @SabinaBhatia01 as Director of the IMF’s Corporate Services and Facilities Department. Her strategic vision, operational excellence & deep commitment to service will be vital in guiding CSF into its next chapter. imf.org/en/News/Articl…
A pleasure speaking with the @Straits_Times about the role of the dollar in the international monetary system: straitstimes.com/business/us-do…
I enjoyed discussing the financial sector outlook and its resilience in a shock-prone global environment with @ojkindonesia’s Mahendra Siregar, and hearing from National Economic Council vice-chair @Mari_Pangestu about Indonesia’s growth trajectory.
