The economy is more than numbers and growth rates — it is the system that shapes opportunities, living standards, and the distribution of prosperity. At the Macro Inequality Lab, we study how markets function, how institutions influence outcomes, and how these forces interact to create or reduce inequality. Our research asks fundamental questions about the causes and consequences of economic inequality.

Led by Professor Moritz Kuhn, the lab combines cutting-edge empirical analyses with state-of-the-art economic theory to understand how markets and institutions shape inequality — and how inequality, in turn, shapes the macroeconomy. Our goal is to produce insights that advance academic understanding and inform policies for a more inclusive and resilient economy.

The Macro Inequality Lab brings together scholars to tackle pressing issues surrounding wealth, labor markets, and opportunity. We strive to generate knowledge that matters — not only for academia, but also for policymakers and the public — to help design smarter policies and foster an economy in which everyone can contribute and thrive.

Our mission is clear: an economy open to all — enabling opportunity, ensuring shared prosperity. We pursue this goal by developing a data-driven understanding of how labor and financial markets work and how they can be shaped to foster inclusion. By connecting rigorous research with real-world challenges, the Macro Inequality Lab provides insights that both deepen economic theory and guide societies toward a fairer and more sustainable future.