Philip Booth (economist)

Philip Booth is a British economist known for his work in the areas of finance, investment, social insurance, and healthcare. He is particularly associated with advocating for free market approaches to economic problems.

Booth holds a doctorate in Mathematical Economics from the City University Business School (now Bayes Business School). He has held academic positions at various universities, including Cass Business School (now Bayes Business School), and has been the Editorial and Programme Director of the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA).

His research and publications cover a broad range of topics, including:

• Financial markets and regulation: He has written extensively on the role of regulation in financial markets, often arguing against excessive intervention.
• Pensions and social security: Booth has contributed to debates on pension reform and the sustainability of social security systems, advocating for private provision and greater individual responsibility.
• Healthcare economics: He has analyzed healthcare systems, exploring alternative models to government-run or heavily regulated systems, and advocating for market-based solutions.
• Investment: His work touches on various investment strategies and financial planning principles.

Booth is a frequent commentator in the media on economic issues. He has also authored and edited several books and articles. His work generally emphasizes the importance of individual liberty, free markets, and limited government intervention in economic affairs. He is often described as a classical liberal or libertarian economist.