Economist Jim Rickards Expands Role in Macroeconomic Research

Veteran intelligence and financial strategist continues to shape long-form analysis through Strategic Intelligence platform

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Paradigm Press Group has underscored the continued contributions of economist and author Jim Rickards to its macroeconomic and policy research initiatives, pointing to his ongoing work and recent presentation analyzing structural economic change, geopolitical developments, and national strategy. Rickards contributes research and commentary through Strategic Intelligence, a publication produced within Paradigm Press' editorial platform that examines how government decisions, global competition, and economic forces intersect over the long term.

Why it matters

Rickards' professional experience spans decades and includes advisory work connected to U.S. intelligence, defense, and executive branch institutions, including the CIA, Pentagon, and White House, on matters related to financial security and economic risk. His background informs his ongoing research and editorial contributions, which support Paradigm Press' broader focus on macroeconomic context and long-range analysis.

The details

Through Strategic Intelligence, Rickards examines structural policy shifts, geopolitical competition, resource positioning and national strategy, and systemic economic change. His analysis frequently explores the relationship between national strategy and financial infrastructure, examining how policy decisions can influence economic direction across industries and institutions. A recent presentation released through Paradigm Press examined themes tied to federal policy, global competition, and long-term economic positioning.

  • Rickards' professional experience spans decades.
  • Rickards has contributed to Paradigm Press' research initiatives.
  • Rickards recently presented research on federal policy, global competition, and long-term economic positioning.

The players

Jim Rickards

An economist, attorney, and author focused on global finance, monetary systems, and economic risk. He has advised institutions connected to the CIA, Pentagon, and White House and has worked within capital markets and policy-oriented environments.

Paradigm Press Group

An independent publishing organization headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, producing newsletters, research publications, and educational content centered on economic policy, geopolitics, and global financial trends.

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The takeaway

Rickards' long-range perspective and expertise in the intersection of national strategy, economic systems, and financial infrastructure continue to shape Paradigm Press' research approach, providing readers with in-depth analysis of the structural forces shaping the U.S. and global economy.