Rage in the age of X
The article discusses Stefanie Stantcheva’s ongoing research on the relationship between emotions and policy views, in which she and her co-authors employ a LLM to analyze the emotional content of tweets posted by U.S. citizens on a range of political topics.
Interview with Spiegel on Redistribution and Zero-Sum Thinking
Stefanie Stantcheva explains why younger generations increasingly view their lives as a zero-sum game.
Interview with Die Zeit on Inflation, Social Mobility, and Zero-Sum Thinking
Stefanie Stantcheva provides research insights on inflation, social mobility and zero-sum thinking in an interview with Die Zeit.
Interview with Stern on How Americans Feel About the Economy and Zero-Sum Thinking
Stefanie Stantcheva provides research insights on Americans’ perceptions of the economy and zero-sum thinking in an interview with Stern.
Interview with la Repubblica on zero-sum thinking and research at the Social Economics Lab
Stefanie Stantcheva discusses her work at the Social Economics Lab and explores zero-sum thinking in an interview with la Repubblica.
Interview with NZZ on Trade Policy and Zero-Sum Thinking
Stefanie Stantcheva shares her insights on zero-sum thinking and trade policy in an interview with NZZ.
To understand America today, study the zero-sum mindset, writes Stefanie Stantcheva
Young people and city-dwellers are among those most likely to see one group’s gain as another’s loss. Article link: https://www.economist.com/by-invitation/2025/07/07/to-understand-america-today-study-the-zero-sum-mindset-writes-stefanie-stantcheva
The zero‑sum mindset is no mystery
Tim Hartford: Stefanie Stantcheva’s economic survey of US citizens deserves the acclaim it has received. Article link: https://on.ft.com/4jdTdP3
Democrats, Republicans, and Zero-Sum Thinking
Founder of Harvard’s Social Economics Lab on a mindset held across the bipartisan divide.
Inflation’s lasting pressure: A hotel worker’s story shows the struggle
Inflation has come way down in the past two years. But the issue might have decided the recent presidential election, and its effects still weigh on many Americans.
Inflation Is Down to 3%. Why That Isn’t Good Enough.
Even inflation this low could feed consumer frustration, workplace friction and an inflationary psychology. Article link: https://www.csmonitor.com/Business/2025/0203/inflation-pay-economy-union?icid=rss
Beyond zero-sum thinking on gender
Gains for women aren’t losses for men and the opposite is also true. Shifting from competition to collaboration makes progress a win-win for all.
Despite sharp decline, inflation remains a sore point for Harris
Inflation remains a top concern even as it slows. Economy also a worry despite growth. A hard issue for incumbents. Article link: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/despite-sharp-decline-inflation-remains-sore-point-harris-2024-11-04/
If the US is heading for a soft landing, why do people feel so hard up?
US economists and everyday Americans seem to live in two different realities – this disconnect could ultimately decide who takes the White House. Article link: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/nov/04/america-economy-election-voters
US inflation is down. Could it still be Kamala Harris’s downfall
American voters’ discontent with high living costs may decide who wins the White House next week. Article link: https://www.ft.com/content/71a69438-c18f-4e06-ab4a-d4091399defa
Wages Have Outpaced Inflation. But Not for Everyone.
On average, pay has risen faster than prices in recent years. But the overall picture is complicated — and it’s not just facts versus “vibes.” Article link: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/28/business/economy/inflation-wages-pay-salaries.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare
Inflation Has Cooled, but Americans Are Still Seething Over Prices
Many people—though not all—saw wage increases that kept pace with the pandemic’s rapid price hikes, but the psychological toll remains. Article link: https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/us-inflation-price-hike-psychology-c8a3f69b?st=34eR24&reflink=article_copyURL_share
Interest rates, inflation and the American consumer
Stantcheva explains what Americans believe about the root causes of inflation and how the government should manage it, how views differ along party lines and the role media play in all of this.
The Matrix of Consumer Discontent
Paul Krugman highlights how Stefanie’s research explains why individuals hate inflation. Article link: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/09/opinion/economy-consumer-sentiment.html
How much cash would it take for you to quit your job?
Economists are turning to new ways of finding out. Article link: https://www.ft.com/content/85fa4497-ddbc-4b2f-86ed-6c83ee3c5180
Is a recession worse than inflation?
Economists have been asking people what they think. Article link: https://www.ft.com/content/38f35dcc-16c9-41bf-8447-2afecd187de2
What do people think causes inflation?
Stefanie talks about why people’s lived experiences of inflation might not align with official statistics
Is the US economy doing well? It depends if you ask a Democrat or a Republican
Stefanie’s research highlights how people’s experiences with inflation have shaped their views on the economy
Americans Really, Really Hate Inflation—and That’s a Big Problem for the Fed
Stefanie’s recent research highlights how much people dislike inflation. Article link: https://www.wsj.com/economy/central-banking/americans-inflation-target-fed-c1fc7857
No, Americans Are Not Completely Stupid About Inflation
Opinion by Peter Coy. Article link: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/27/opinion/inflation-economics-stefanie-stantcheva.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb
What do Americans think about inflation?
Brookings Podcast on Economic Activity, with Janice C. Eberly, Ben Harris, Stefanie Stantcheva, and Jón Steinsson
Is inflation morally wrong?
Workers think so. Economists disagree. Article link: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/25/is-inflation-morally-wrong
How Zero-Sum Thinking May Affect Attitudes About Taxes
How Stefanie Stantcheva’s research zero-sum mindset might explain election results and attitudes to tax policy.
Why do voters think crime is up and the economy is bad when the data says otherwise?
Gustaf Kilander talks to experts about why it “feels” like both are true
Why Do People Hate Inflation? New Research Uncovers Key Attitudes
Central banks lower the bar for rate cuts
That is, as long as the data does not deliver a nasty surprise
Good Economy, Negative Vibes: The Story Continues
OPINION | Paul Krugman
Warum die Inflation so unpopulär ist (????????)
Steigende Preise sind allseits unbeliebt, sogar bei denen, die davon profitieren. Das liegt auch an der Selbstüberschätzung der Menschen, sagt eine Harvard-Ökonomin.
What’s Wrong With the Economy? It’s You, Not the Data
Many Americans believe that the economy and their finances are worse than they really are
Why are we so divided? Zero-sum thinking is part of it.
Researchers examine who embraces mindset that one’s gain is another’s loss, and how that affects our politics — in sometimes surprising ways.
Germany, France hold unprecedented cabinet retreat to oil creaky EU motor
Stefanie talks about the research of the Social Economics Lab at the 2-day French-German cabinet retreat in Hamburg in October 2023.
Dein Gewinn ist mein Verlust (????????)
People think differently than before: belief in shared benefits is dwindling. This has fatal consequences for the economy, politics and society as a whole.
Stefanie Stantcheva: la future star de l’économie, c’est elle! (????????)
A portrait of Stefanie Stantcheva, from Philippine Robert on “Le Point”.
WZB honors Daron Acemoglu for his research on prosperity and political stability
Daron Acemoglu wins the A.SK Social Science Award 2023, valued at 100,000 euros, for his work on economic prosperity and political stability. Additionally, Filiz Garip and Stefanie Stantcheva are awarded the inaugural “A.SK Bright Mind Awards,” each worth 20,000 euros, for their contributions as emerging social researchers.
Are we destined for a zero-sum future?
Mobility: Facts, Perceptions, and Policy
NBER Keynote featuring Stefanie’s work on the perceptions of mobility.
ELLE 100: Women That Are Changing the World
Stefanie was featured in Elle Canada’s “Elle 100: Women That Are Changing the World” list.
Stefanie Stantcheva: Getting into People’s Heads
IMF interview
What do we think?
In the season finale of The New Bazaar, Stefanie discusses her lab’s research on public opinions regarding open trade, income inequality, racial economic disparities, and climate change. She examines how these views vary by factors like partisanship and class, and how people sometimes change their opinions when presented with new information.
Climat: Les Français prêts à faire plus?
On Tuesday, July 12th, Stefanie Stantcheva, a Harvard economics professor and member of the Council of Economic Analysis (CAE), explored whether the French are ready to do more for the climate on the show “Le Grand Journal de l’Éco” hosted by Thomas Sasportas.
Economic Journal Lecture
Stefanie’s talk titled “How People Think About the Economy” at the 2022 Economic Journal Lecture hosted by the Royal Economic Society.
How People Form, and Change Their Opinions on Economics
Econofact podcast: How People Form, and Change Their Opinions on Economics
Richard Musgrave Lecture 2022: Social Economics Surveys and Experiments
Stefanie delivered the 14th CESifo and IIPF Richard Musgrave Lecture on Social Economics Surveys and Experiments, on 24 March 2022
Social Positions and Fairness Views on Inequality
A video feature of Stefanie’s “Social Positions and Fairness Views on Inequality” working paper on Econimate.
We’re Bad at Measuring Inequality — Here’s Why That Matters
A Harvard Business School podcast with Stefanie about people’s misconceptions about inequality and their consequences.
Stefanie Stantcheva, météorite économique
Stefanie was featured in Le Figaro, an article that focused on her research-driven contributions to social economics.
How Do People Think about the Economy?
Stefanie delivers the 7th Richard Goode Lecture hosted by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
Europe’s Recovery Programs
At an event at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) discussing Europe’s economic recovery post-pandemic, Stefanie shares insights on the lasting impact of tax policy on innovation, education, and wealth.
U.S. Teens are Following their Parents into Racial Divide
A Harvard Gazette article discussing Stefanie’s research work on the perceptions of racial gaps and how youth’s perceptions closely mirror the partisanship of their parents.
Major Economic Challenges: Inequality
At the event, Stefanie presented findings on inequality and economic insecurity, focusing on enhancing equality of opportunity and tax fairness, and stimulating job creation, as detailed in a report co-authored with Dani Rodrik.
Stefanie Stantcheva, la nouvelle star de l’économie
A profile on Stefanie by the French financial daily, Les Echos.
Stantcheva Honored by Carnegie Corporation
Stefanie was named a 2021 Andrew Carnegie Fellow, joining a group of notable scholars. Her research, supported by Harvard colleagues, delves into optimizing tax and transfer systems, examining their long-term effects on innovation, education, and wealth, as well as public understanding of policies like taxation and trade.
2021 Andrew Carnegie Fellows Recipient
Stefanie was named a 2021 Andrew Carnegie Fellow for her work that explores the impact of knowledge, partisanship, and fairness on economic policy views and tests educational materials to improve understanding of these policies.
Stefanie Stantcheva on Taxes, Transfers, and Redistribution
In this article, Stefanie focuses on taxes, transfers, and redistribution, examining their effects, optimal design, and public perceptions, employing novel methods like social economics surveys and experiments to gain deeper insights.
Research Suggests We’re Misperceiving the Inequality Around Us
In this Marketplace podcast, Stefanie highlights the inaccuracy of people’s perceptions about their own economic status and that of their social and work circles, as revealed by research based on tax and income data from thousands of residents in Denmark.
Determinants of Views on the Fairness of Inequality
Stefanie’s paper, “Determinants of Views on the Fairness of Inequality” which she co-authored along with Kristoffer B. Hvidberg and Claus Kreiner, was featured in NBER’s March 2021 digest.
Interview with Bennett Prize Winner Stefanie Stantcheva
Interview with Stefanie by American Economic Association’s Committee on the Status of Women in the Economics Profession (CSWEP) News.