Andrei Levchenko

Andrei Levchenko is the John W. Sweetland Professor of International Economics at the University of Michigan, affiliated with the International Institute and the Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia. His research focuses on international economics, macroeconomics, and globalization with an emphasis on trade policy, business cycles, structural change, and development economics. He holds a faculty position in the Department of Economics and is based at 368 Lorch Hall, Ann Arbor, MI.

• Affiliations: International Institute, Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia
• Contact: alev@umich.edu | Phone: 734.764.3296

Levchenko’s research explores how global economic linkages influence national economies, including topics like industrial policy, inflation dynamics, and the impact of large firms on growth. His work bridges microeconomic foundations with macroeconomic outcomes, analyzing issues such as trade integration, financial globalization, and the transmission of economic shocks across borders.

Recent articles highlight his focus on granular economic mechanisms, such as firm-level responses to trade policies and the role of global supply chains in business cycle synchronization. He has also studied geopolitical trends like decoupling between economic blocs and the socio-economic implications of remittances in conflict zones.

Levchenko’s work is supported by institutional affiliations at the International Institute and Weiser Center, which facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration on global economic challenges. His contributions span theoretical models, empirical analysis, and policy-relevant insights into international trade and development.