Prasanna Gai
Professor Prasanna Gai is a member of the Monetary Policy Committee and has an extensive background in economics, having worked at the Bank of England and served as a special adviser to the Governor of the Bank of Canada. His insights into monetary policy and financial stability make him a significant voice in the ongoing discussions regarding the leadership of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand.
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Recent news mentions
Prasanna Gai warns against underestimating the inflation risk associated with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Inflation und Leitzinsen nach Blockade der Straße von Hormus - Wirtschaft
Germany· 2026-06-22
Meanwhile board member Prasanna Gai has resigned from the board, effective December 31, 2025.
Deloitte Top 200: Māori Index highlights case for Māori-led AI design - Lee Gray
New Zealand· 2025-12-23
Gai has served on the FMA board since 2018.
SolarZero collapse: Liquidators claw back $2.7m but creditor claims two trusts owed $979mNew Zealand· 2025-12-23Monetary Policy Committee member Prasanna Gai had also been tipped as a possible candidate.
New Reserve Bank Governor announced: Swedish economist Dr Anna Breman gets top jobNew Zealand· 2025-09-24
Prasanna Gai is a monetary policy committee member and a local contender for the governor position.
Reserve Bank Governor announced today, plus ... was GDP really that bad? – Inside EconomicsNew Zealand· 2025-09-23
Prasanna Gai is a member of the Monetary Policy Committee with extensive experience.
Who could replace Adrian Orr as Reserve Bank Governor?New Zealand· 2025-03-05
