Research at the IMF

IMF Researchers
IMF Researchers

Economic research is a fundamental activity at the IMF. Many of our staff members involved in research have made their CVs available online, showcasing their areas of expertise and their IMF and external publications.

Simon Johnson (Ryan Rayburn/IMF Photo)
Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences

The IMF congratulates Simon Johnson, former Economic Counsellor and Research Director, on winning the 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences for his research on institutions and their impact on prosperity.

Primary Commodity Prices
Primary Commodity Prices

Data on Primary Commodity Prices are updated monthly based on the IMF's Primary Commodity Price system. Browse the data and access the interactive portal here.

Questions? commodities@IMF.org

Research Events
Research Events

The IMF organizes several research conferences throughout the year. Explore the latest insights and developments by attending or following our events. See the latest: