India, Oct. 12 -- Michael Woodford is an acclaimed American economist who was jointly awarded the 2026 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences alongside Robert E. Hall on 12 October 2026. They received the prestigious award from the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences for their pioneering work on the "microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation".

Their breakthrough research reshaped how global central banks and finance ministries design fiscal and monetary policy to smooth out economic cycles, curb inflation, and manage severe financial shocks.

Here's everything you need to know about Michael Woodford, his age, career, awards, personal life, and more.

Who is Michael Woodford?

Michael Woodford is a prominent American econo...