Two American-born economists win Nobel memorial prize in economics

A local news story from Pennsylvania, reported by WTAE Pittsburgh.

Local News · Pennsylvania · October 12, 2026

From WTAE Pittsburgh

American-born economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the Nobel memorial prize in economics on Monday for their work on models that have helped governments and central banks manage economic shocks, such as energy crises and inflation.

Reported by WTAE Pittsburgh, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at WTAE Pittsburgh →

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