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Janet Yellen

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  • Born 13 August 1946
  • Age 78
  • Birth Place New York City, New York U.S.
  • Profession Economist, Professor, Banker, Politician
  • Political Party Democratic
  • In Office 78th United States Secretary Of The Treasury January 26, 2021 - January 20, 2025, 15th Chair Of The Federal Reserve February 3, 2014 - February 3, 2018, 19th Vice Chair Of The Federal Reserve October 4, 2010 - February 3, 2014, Member Of The Federal Reserve Board Of Governors October 4, 2010 - February 3, 2018, 11th President Of The Federal Reserve Bank Of San Francisco June 14, 2004 - October 4, 2010, 18th Chair Of The Council Of Economic Advisers February 18, 1997 - August 3, 1999
  • Residence Brooklyn

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Janet Yellen BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 07 Feb 2025
Janet Louise Yellen: A Career in Economics and Public Service Born August 13, 1946, Janet Yellen is a prominent American economist who has held several key positions in the US government. Her career trajectory showcases a deep commitment to economic policy and public service. Early Career and Academ...

Janet Yellen PERSONAL LIFE

Spouse George Akerlof ​(1978), ​
Education Brown University (BA), Yale University (MA, PhD)

POSITIONS HELD BY Janet Yellen

Position Tenure
Chair of the Federal Reserve 3 February 2014 - 3 February 2018
president 14 June 2004 - 4 October 2010
chairperson 18 February 1997 - 3 August 1999
university teacher 1980 - Present
university teacher 1971 - 1976
lecturer 1978 - 1980
economist 1977 - 1978
United States Secretary of the Treasury 26 January 2021 - Present
Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers 18 February 1997 - 3 August 1999

JANET YELLEN NEWS

China's chipmaking export curbs 'just a start', Beijing adviser warns before Yellen visit

July 05, 2023 5:06 pm

China's move has also raised concerns that restrictions on rare earth exports could follow, with analysts pointing to a curb on shipments imposed 12 years ago in a dispute with Japan.

Yellen says it's critical to maintain US-China ties after Biden's dictator remarks

June 22, 2023 6:58 pm

US President Joe Biden's remarks calling Chinese leader Xi Jinping a "dictator" drew condemnation from Beijing.

Express View: Navigating an economically uncertain environment safely

March 23, 2023 11:06 pm

US Fed hikes rates as inflation remains high. With fears over financial stress persisting, central banks must remain watchful

US Treasury Secy says will give $10 bn more to Ukraine, issues warning to China

February 23, 2023 11:35 pm

Yellen made these remarks at a media briefing in Bengaluru on the sidelines of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) Meet under India's presidency of the grouping.

Sitharaman, Yellen vow to address debt risks of EMEs

February 24, 2023 1:09 am

The deliberations were held on the sidelines of the first meeting of the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors under the G20 India Presidency.

What is the US' Currency Monitoring List and why was India removed

November 12, 2022 12:47 pm

The report was released on the same day Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi. So, what is the United States’ Currency Monitoring List and why was India removed from it?

High inflation a challenge; volatility in EMs likely to affect India: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in India

November 12, 2022 4:41 pm

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said though the inflation number is in a “manageable range”, the challenges are “largely due to the import of crude”.

India will 'benefit' from price cap on Russian oil: US Treasury Secy Yellen

November 08, 2022 10:33 am

Russia now makes up for 22 per cent of India's total crude imports, ahead of Iraq's 20.5 per cent and Saudi Arabia's 16 per cent.

President Joe Biden nominates 1st Native American US treasurer

June 21, 2022 7:04 pm

Marilynn “Lynn” Malerba, who is the lifetime chief of the Mohegan Indian Tribe, previously worked as a registered nurse, according to the tribe's website, and has served in various tribal government roles.

October 18 is point-of-no-return to deal with US debt: Janet Yellen

September 28, 2021 10:31 pm

Yellen's letter arrived the day after Senate Republicans blocked consideration of a bill to approve a stopgap funding bill to avert a government shutdown.

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