John Hawksworth (economist)

John Hawksworth is a British economist known for his work on long-term global growth forecasts and analysis of demographic and technological trends, particularly their impact on economies and labor markets. He is best known for his former role as Chief Economist at PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) in the UK, where he led a team producing influential reports on topics such as the world's economic power shifts, the potential of emerging economies (e.g., the E7 countries), and the future of work.

Hawksworth's research frequently focuses on identifying and quantifying the forces shaping the global economy over extended periods. This includes demographic shifts like aging populations, technological advancements such as artificial intelligence and automation, and the rising economic influence of countries outside the traditionally dominant Western economies. He has published extensively on these topics, contributing to both academic and public understanding of long-term economic trends.

His work at PwC involved developing and utilizing econometric models to project future economic performance, often comparing and contrasting different scenarios based on varying assumptions about key drivers of growth. He is regularly quoted in major media outlets commenting on economic issues and forecasts. While retired from his full-time position at PwC, he continues to contribute to economic discourse and analysis.