John Kenneth Galbraith

John Kenneth Galbraith

economist Canada

John Kenneth Galbraith was a prominent Canadian-born economist known for his influential work in the U.S., where he advised multiple administrations and shaped discussions on wealth distribution and government roles in the economy.

Born on Oct 15, 1908 (116 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
100,082
Power
3,882$
Sentiment
6.94
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Argentina 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 45,195,774 23,309 $450,000 232$
Australia 1 8.00 0.06% +0% 25,499,884 16,180 $1,380,000 876$
Germany 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 83,783,942 57,902 $3,845,000 2,657$
New Zealand 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 4,822,233 2,691 $210,000 117$
Totals 4 159,301,833 100,082 $5,885,000 3,882$
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Argentina Argentina: John Kenneth Galbraith explained the crucial role of capital markets in the development of capitalism in the United States. 6

Clarín: el valor de la información (privilegiada) según la lección de un Nobel

Australia Australia: In his seminal book, The Great Crash, 1929, acclaimed economist John Kenneth Galbraith had this to say about the geniuses behind the financial mistakes that helped cause the Great Depression. 8

The Sydney Morning Herald: ‘Stable genius’ has world economy on a knife edge

Canada Canada: Canadian-born economist John Kenneth Galbraith would spend much of his career in the U.S., including advising multiple U.S. administrations. 8

The Globe and Mail: Opinion: At this moment of crisis, let’s bring home Canadians abroad to build our future