Joseph E. Stiglitz (Economist)

Joseph E. Stiglitz is an American economist known for his work on information asymmetry, which explores how unequal access to information can lead to market failures. He won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2001 for his contributions to the understanding of risk and information in economics. Stiglitz has also served as an advisor to governments, including the U.S. and World Bank. He advocates for policies that promote economic equality and sustainable development, highlighting issues like globalization, tax reform, and the role of government in markets. His insights aim to create fairer economic systems that benefit all.