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UPDATED: American economists Hall, Woodford win 2026 Nobel prize

American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economics for their work on macroeconomic stabilisation policies. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-american-economists-hall-woodford-win-2026-nobel-prize/

UPDATED: American economists Hall, Woodford win 2026 Nobel prize

American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the honor on Monday, citing their work on economic stabilization. Their research, according to the academy, has fundamentally enhanced the capacity of governments and central banks to execute effective policies for economic stabilization.

The prestigious award was presented to the economists for their groundbreaking contribution to the field, significantly improving the tools available to policymakers in maintaining economic stability.

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