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PGIM Appoints Robert Sockin as US Economist
Veteran analyst joins investment firm to lead US economic research and forecasting.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:43pm
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PGIM bolsters its economic research team with the appointment of a veteran analyst to lead US economic forecasting.Newark TodayPGIM, the $1.5 trillion global investment management business of Prudential Financial, Inc., has appointed Robert Sockin as its new US Economist. Sockin, a 15-year veteran of economic research and forecasting, will lead PGIM's US economic analysis and provide insights to the firm's investment teams and clients.
Why it matters
PGIM's appointment of Sockin as US Economist signals the firm's commitment to strengthening its economic research capabilities and providing clients with timely, data-driven insights to inform their investment decisions during a period of economic uncertainty.
The details
In his new role, Sockin will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing US economic trends, producing forecasts, and communicating PGIM's macroeconomic views to internal and external stakeholders. He will work closely with PGIM's investment teams across asset classes to incorporate economic insights into portfolio construction and risk management.
- Sockin's appointment was announced on March 31, 2026.
The players
PGIM
The $1.5 trillion global investment management business of Prudential Financial, Inc.
Robert Sockin
A 15-year veteran of economic research and forecasting, who has been appointed as PGIM's new US Economist.
What they’re saying
“We are thrilled to welcome Robert to the PGIM team. His deep expertise in US economic analysis and forecasting will be invaluable as we continue to provide our clients with timely, actionable insights to navigate the evolving market environment.”
— David Hunt, President and CEO of PGIM
The takeaway
PGIM's appointment of Robert Sockin as US Economist underscores the firm's commitment to strengthening its economic research capabilities and providing clients with data-driven insights to inform their investment decisions during a period of economic uncertainty.
