Greg Ip

About the Author

Greg Ip is an acclaimed financial journalist and author renowned for his insightful analyses of economic forces shaping our world. A senior economics writer at The Wall Street Journal, he brings decades of experience from covering global markets, policy decisions, and financial crises for outlets like The Washington Post and The Economist. Ip's writing demystifies complex economic concepts, revealing how they impact everyday lives and broader society. His books, including the critically praised Foolproof: Why Safety Can Be Dangerous and How Danger Makes Us Safe and the accessible The Little Book of Economics: How the Economy Works in the Real World (Little Books. Big Profits), have earned him widespread recognition for blending rigorous research with engaging, narrative-driven prose that challenges conventional wisdom on risk, resilience, and economic realities.