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Peder Beck-Friis

Economist

Dr. Beck-Friis is a senior vice president and economist in the London office, focusing on Europe. He helps craft the firm’s economic and monetary policy outlook and contributes to quarterly economic forums. He is also a member of the research group of the European portfolio committee. Prior to joining PIMCO in 2017, he worked at Goldman Sachs in New York and London. He has 12 years of macro research experience and holds a master's degree and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Oxford. He received his undergraduate degree in mathematics and economics from the University of Edinburgh.

Economic and Market Commentary

From Fragility to Greater Stability: Economic Outlook and Investment Strategies in the Euro Area

2024-10-23

Despite a weak growth outlook the Euro area’s increased resilience and stability makes European fixed income investments attractive.

Nicola Mai, Peder Beck-Friis

Economic and Market Commentary

Developed Market Public Debt: Risks and Realities

2024-07-18

In the post-pandemic fiscal landscape, government debt trajectories may be volatile, but appear broadly sustainable.

Peder Beck-Friis, Richard Clarida

Economic and Market Commentary

Europe’s Economy Facing Short- and Long-Term Headwinds

2024-04-22

Despite its cyclical and secular challenges, we believe Europe is a good diversifier for duration in global portfolios.

Nicola Mai, Peder Beck-Friis

Economic and Market Commentary

Fiscal Arithmetic and the Global Inflation Outlook

2023-07-06

Debt-financed fiscal policy is driving much of today’s high inflation, but as pandemic-era measures fade, central banks will likely return to their key role in managing price levels.

Peder Beck-Friis, Richard Clarida

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