Bloomberg News Names Jason Schenker Among the Globe’s Premier Forecasters
Bloomberg's independent rankings are especially meaningful because they measure forecasting accuracy against other professional forecasters over time.”— Jason Schenker, President of Prestige EconomicsAUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Prestige Economics revealed this month that Bloomberg News has once again placed economist, futurist, and bestselling author Jason Schenker among the top forecasters globally, highlighting his standout precision in foreign exchange and economic predictions through the conclusion of Q2 2026. Bloomberg's forecast evaluations compare the precision of economists and financial market analysts worldwide by examining actual prediction performance across defined measurement windows.
Bloomberg News awarded multiple leading global rankings to Jason Schenker’s FX forecasts for Prestige Economics through the end of Q2 2026, drawing from predictions made over the previous four quarters:
* #1 Mexican Peso Forecaster in the World for a 4th consecutive quarter.
* #1 Brazilian Real Forecaster in the World for a 2nd straight quarter.
* #1 Hungarian Forint Forecaster in the World for a 4th consecutive quarter.
* #1 EUR/HUF Forecaster in the World for a 4th consecutive quarter.
* #3 EUR/CHF Forecaster in the World.
* #4 EMEA Currency Forecaster in the World.
Bloomberg News additionally acknowledged Jason Schenker’s skill in projecting key U.S. economic metrics through the close of Q2 2026, based on forecasts from the preceding 12 months:
* #5 U.S. New Home Sales Forecaster in the World.
* #6 U.S. Personal Income Forecaster in the World.
An Established, Enduring History of Precision
Jason Schenker has served as a professional economist for over two decades and has regularly placed at the top of Bloomberg News rankings for forecast accuracy in foreign exchange, commodities, and economic indicators. Starting in 2011, Prestige Economics forecasts produced by Jason Schenker have been evaluated by Bloomberg across 51 distinct categories, with the firm achieving the #1 forecaster position globally in 36 categories.
“Bloomberg's independent rankings are especially meaningful because they measure forecasting accuracy against other professional forecasters over time,” said Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics. “These rankings reflect the commitment that Prestige Economics and I have for helping clients navigate uncertainty with precision and actionable insights.”
The Bloomberg rankings build on a sustained record of independent acknowledgment for Jason Schenker's forecasting prowess in currencies and macroeconomic indicators, underscoring the value Prestige Economics delivers to clients managing economic and financial volatility.
About Jason Schenker
Jason Schenker readies leaders for what lies ahead. He serves as President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute. Mr. Schenker has delivered more than 1,350 keynote presentations and conducted over 1,000 television interviews, including stints as a Guest Host on Bloomberg Television. He holds roles as Adjunct Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), an advisor to the U.S. State Department, and Faculty at the Joint Special Operations University under U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).
A LinkedIn Top Voice, Mr. Schenker has authored 38 books, among them 17 Amazon #1 bestsellers — Cold War Two, The Future After AI, Jobs for Robots, Futureproof Supply Chain, The Future of Finance is Now, Quantum: Computing Nouveau, and The Future of Energy. His LinkedIn Learning courses addressing AI, economics, and finance have been completed by 1.6 million learners globally.
– For additional details on Jason Schenker, visit www.JasonSchenker.com
– For additional details on The Futurist Institute, visit www.FuturistInstitute.org
About Prestige Economics
Launched in 2009, Prestige Economics is a premier financial market research organization focused on economic, risk, and strategy advisory. Guided by Jason Schenker, the company has maintained a strong history of accurately projecting economic indicators, commodity prices, and foreign exchange rates. Known for rigorous analysis and superior forecasts, Prestige Economics enables clients to navigate complex economic conditions and make well-informed choices. Prestige Economics has additionally produced pioneering geopolitical research on Cold War Two®.
– For further information, visit www.PrestigeEconomics.com
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