Bruno Bonizzi

Bruno Bonizzi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Finance at the Hertfordshire Business School, University of Hertfordshire. He holds a PhD in Economics from SOAS, University of London. His research focuses on macro-finance, examining the structure of financial systems and their policy implications for equitable economic development. Key areas include the financial integration of emerging economies, institutional investors (particularly pension funds), and the dynamics of global financial subordination.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, SOAS University of London (2016)

Research Interests:

• Financialization and its impact on development
• Emerging economies' integration into global finance
• Pension fund behavior and long-term investment
• Debt sustainability in low-income countries
• Reform agendas for multilateral development banks

Recent Research Trends: His work emphasizes the interplay between global financial markets and domestic economic structures, particularly in emerging markets. Recent studies highlight the role of institutional investors in perpetuating financial subordination and the need for policy reforms to address inequitable financial systems.

Grants & Projects:

• "Local Currency Risk Sharing Platform for Climate Finance in Developing Countries" (2025-2025)
• "Enhancing MDB Capacity through Local Currency Lending" (2023-2024)
• "Building a UK Pension System Fit for Purpose" (2023)
• "Debt Risks of Low Income Countries" (2020)

Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Sustainability Research Group at Hertfordshire Business School, focusing on financial policy and development challenges.