Michael Kremer Named World Bank Chief Economist Starting October 1
Michael Kremer, a Nobel laureate recognized for his experimental approach to reducing global poverty, will become the World Bank's next chief economist on October 1. He succeeds Indermit Gill and brings expertise in education, healthcare, and development economics. Kremer's appointment comes as the World Bank faces challenges including rising borrowing costs and declining development aid. He is the first chief economist appointed with a Nobel Prize already awarded, sharing the 2019 prize with Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 44/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 16 Sept, 11:12 am. Other outlets followed.