Dr. John Rutledge is the Chief Investment Strategist at Safanad, a global investment firm with offices in New York, London, and Dubai. He contributes economic insights for CNBC and serves as a Senior Research Fellow at Claremont Graduate University, where he teaches and mentors PhD candidates. A key architect of the Reagan Economic Plan, Dr. Rutledge has advised U.S. administrations on tax policy and international economic reconstruction efforts. He is also Chairman of Tara’s Kids, a non-profit that builds libraries in remote Chinese and Tibetan villages.

An influential economist, Dr. Rutledge developed the Asset Market Shift framework, integrating macroeconomic analysis with portfolio management through principles from non-equilibrium thermodynamics. He shares insights globally on topics such as economic trends, financial markets, and investment strategies. A prolific writer, Dr. Rutledge has contributed to publications like The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Financial Times and has authored three books. He frequently appears on CNBC, sharing his expertise on global economics and market dynamics.

Dr. Rutledge’s academic background includes a BA from Lake Forest College, a PhD from the University of Virginia, and multiple honorary degrees. He divides his time between New York, Newport Beach, Dubai, and Beijing.