Philipp Bagus

Philipp Bagus is a Professor at King Juan Carlos University in Madrid, Spain, with significant affiliations as a Fellow of the Mises Institute and an IREF scholar. His academic career focuses on Austrian School economics, particularly in monetary theory and policy.

Professor Bagus's research interests span Monetary Theory, Full Reserve Banking, Eurozone Economics, and Small State Theory. He has made significant contributions to debates on currency collapse, hyperinflation, and banking systems, with recent work focusing on Argentina's monetary situation and the economic policies of figures like Javier Milei.

His publication record shows a clear trend toward practical applications of Austrian economic theory to contemporary monetary crises, particularly in emerging markets. Recent articles demonstrate his ongoing engagement with debates about central banking, currency substitution, and 100% reserve banking systems.

Notable awards include:

• 2011 and 2017 O.P. Alford III Prize in Libertarian Scholarship
• Ron Paul Liberty in Media Award (2003)
• Templeton Fellowship Award of the Independent Institute (2008)
• Ludwig-Erhard-Forderpreis (2016)

Professor Bagus maintains an active research agenda with multiple publications annually, frequently engaging in scholarly debates through rejoinders and responses to other economists. His work bridges academic economic theory and practical policy analysis, particularly regarding monetary systems in crisis situations. He has established himself as a leading voice in Austrian monetary economics, with particular expertise in currency crises and alternative monetary frameworks.