Julio Elias

Julio Elias is an Assistant Professor of Economics & Finance and Chair of the International Business Program at Nichols College. His research combines economic theory, applied econometrics, and data science with applications in macroeconomic forecasting, finance, and urban/regional economics. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Clark University, an M.A. in Economics from Indiana University, and an M.A. in Finance from Universidad Carlos III.

Research Interests:

• Applied econometrics and data science applications
• Network economics and market structures
• Regional economic development analysis

Professional experience includes quantitative analysis roles at the Central Bank of Mozambique, International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and International Labor Organization (ILO). He has consulted for multiple central banks internationally.