Silvana Tenreyro Takes the Helm as IMF Economic Counsellor and Research Director
The International Monetary Fund has appointed Silvana Tenreyro as its new Economic Counsellor and Director of the Research Department, effective August 10, 2026.
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Silvana Tenreyro has been named the Economic Counsellor and Director of the Research Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). She will succeed Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas in this pivotal role.
Tenreyro, a distinguished economist, is set to begin her tenure on August 10, 2026. Her appointment is expected to bring valuable insights and leadership to the IMF's research initiatives.
With her extensive background in economics, Tenreyro is well-positioned to guide the IMF's research agenda and contribute to global economic stability.