Burton G. Malkiel

Burton G. Malkiel is a renowned American economist and author, best known for his seminal work, "A Random Walk Down Wall Street." Born in 1932, Malkiel earned his Ph.D. from Princeton University, where he later became a professor of economics. His influential contributions to investment finance include promoting the efficient market hypothesis and advocating for low-cost, passive investment strategies. Over his career, he has served as Dean of the Yale School of Management and as a director for several financial firms. Malkiel continues to impact investing through his writing and involvement with robo-advisors, championing accessible financial wisdom for all investors.