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Samuel A.

Madrid, Spain

$30/hr
5.0
168 jobs

⭐ Top 1% of Data Science talent on Upwork ⭐Trusted by 50+ clients worldwide⭐ 120+ projects and 7+ years of experience⭐Clear communication, transparent pricing, and top quality. I have worked across different sectors, including: 1.1 InnoSight Financial Planning (USA): I designed an optimal portfolio based on back-projected AI-powered financial indices. 1.2 Aeuthux (USA): I led a team of data scientists to build a web platform supporting investment decision-making. 1.3 Placeholder LLC (USA): I built a trading bot using machine learning deployed on AWS to operate in cryptocurrency markets. 1.4 ARCA-X (QATAR) I wrote research papers on the financial structure of non-central banking systems.

  • Economics
  • Economic Analysis
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Time Series Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Microeconomics
  • Stata
  • Econometrics
  • Data Science
  • R
  • Data Modeling
  • Python
  • Forecasting
  • Data Science Consultation
  • Statistics
ARFAN S.

Kharian, Pakistan

$6/hr
4.4
43 jobs

Power BI Expert | Data Analyst | Financial Analyst | Investment & Portfolio Analyst | Econometrics | Stata | SPSS | Excel I am a Power BI Expert, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Investment & Portfolio Analyst with 17+ years of professional experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Statistical Analysis, Research, and Teaching. I help businesses, investors, researchers, and organizations transform raw data into interactive dashboards, financial models, optimized investment portfolios, econometric models, and actionable insights. My core services include Power BI dashboard development, Excel financial modeling, investment and portfolio analysis, statistical analysis, econometric modeling, data visualization, research analysis, and business intelligence reporting. POWER BI & BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE • Interactive Power BI Dashboards and Executive Dashboards • Business Intelligence and Management Reporting • KPI Dashboards and Performance Tracking • DAX Measures and Calculated Columns • Power Query and Data Transformation • Data Modeling and Table Relationships • Star Schema and Data Model Optimization • Drill Through and Interactive Reports • Row Level Security, RLS • Power BI Service and Report Server • Data Cleaning, ETL, and Report Automation • Financial, Sales, Operations, and Management Dashboards DATA ANALYSIS & ADVANCED EXCEL • Advanced Excel and Financial Modeling • Power Query and Power Pivot • Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts • XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, and Advanced Formulas • Excel Dashboards and Automated Reports • Data Cleaning, Transformation, and Validation • KPI Analysis and Performance Reporting • Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis INVESTMENT & PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS • Investment Portfolio Construction and Management • Portfolio Optimization and Performance Evaluation • Modern Portfolio Theory and Markowitz Optimization • Asset Allocation, Security Selection, and Diversification • Portfolio Rebalancing and Risk Management • Efficient Frontier and Tangency Portfolio • Capital Allocation Line, CAL • Capital Market Line, CML • Security Market Line, SML • CAPM, Beta, Alpha, and Expected Return • Sharpe Ratio, Treynor Ratio, Sortino Ratio, and Jensen's Alpha • Value at Risk, VaR, and Expected Shortfall • Risk and Return Analysis • Optimal Portfolio Weights using Excel Solver • Portfolio Tracking and Investment Dashboards • Customized Portfolio Analysis from 2 to 50+ Securities FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & CORPORATE FINANCE • Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis • Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement • Financial Modeling and Forecasting • Capital Budgeting and Investment Decisions • NPV, IRR, Payback Period, and Profitability Index • Corporate Finance and Financial Management • Investment Decision Modeling • Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis • Financial Performance and Ratio Analysis ECONOMETRICS & STATISTICAL ANALYSIS • Panel Data, Time Series, and Cross Sectional Analysis • OLS and Multiple Regression Analysis • Fixed Effects and Random Effects Models • Dynamic Panel Data and GMM • Instrumental Variables, IV Regression • Difference in Differences, DiD • Event Study Analysis • VAR and VECM Models • ARDL and Cointegration Analysis • Granger Causality • ARCH and GARCH Models • Forecasting and Econometric Modeling STATISTICAL METHODS • Descriptive and Inferential Statistics • Correlation and Regression Analysis • T Tests and Chi Square Tests • ANOVA, MANOVA, and ANCOVA • CFA and EFA • Structural Equation Modeling, SEM • PLS SEM • Mediation and Moderation Analysis • Kruskal Wallis and Friedman Tests • Wilcoxon and McNemar Tests • Survival Analysis SOFTWARE & ANALYTICS TOOLS • Power BI • Microsoft Excel • Stata 18 and Stata 17 • SPSS • R and RStudio • EViews • Tableau • Gretl • Power Query • Power Pivot ECONOMICS & FINANCE EXPERTISE • Financial Economics • Investment and Portfolio Management • Corporate Finance • Financial Management • Microeconomics and Macroeconomics • International Economics • Mathematical Economics • Applied Econometrics RESEARCH & ACADEMIC DATA ANALYSIS I support researchers and postgraduate students with quantitative research and statistical analysis, including: • Research Methodology and Econometric Model Development • Secondary Data Collection • Data Cleaning and Preparation • Statistical and Econometric Analysis • Results Interpretation • Tables, Graphs, and Data Visualization • Thesis and Dissertation Data Analysis • Research Paper Analysis • APA Formatting and Academic Presentation I have published research in international academic journals, including research on cryptocurrency and portfolio risk diversification: "Impact of Crypto Assets as Risk Diversifiers: A VAR-based Analysis of Portfolio Risk Reduction." I also have experience working with large secondary datasets from sources including the World Bank, IMF, OECD, and United Nations.

  • Economics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Stata
  • Social Media Management
  • Microeconomics
  • IBM SPSS
  • Research Papers
  • Financial Management
  • Portfolio Management
  • Corporate Finance
  • Stock Market
  • Academic Writing
  • Data Analysis
  • Regression Analysis
  • Literature Review
Omar K.

Cairo, Egypt

$4/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Hi, I’m Omar — a Master’s student in Econometrics with a Bachelor's degree in Economics. I specialize in building robust, theory-driven econometric models and providing insightful economic interpretations backed by academic standards. With hands-on experience using EViews, Excel, and advanced econometric techniques, I help clients design and refine models such as: OLS Regression VAR and SVAR Models ARMA/ARIMA Time Series Models ARCH/GARCH Volatility Models DSGE Models My services go beyond data and modeling. I provide: ✅ Literature reviews rooted in academic sources ✅ Economic interpretation that aligns with real-world theory and policy ✅ Research paper evaluation tailored to publication standards for Q1–Q4 journals ✅ Assistance with methodology and structure in academic research papers ✅ Clear, well-written analysis in fluent academic English I’ve completed advanced training in both econometric techniques and academic research writing, and I use premium tools such as: ChatGPT Premium Grammarly Premium Quillbot Premium Access to Clarivate, Scopus, and ResearchRabbit databases If you're a researcher, student, or economist looking to elevate your paper, thesis, or model — I’d love to help. Let’s collaborate and produce high-quality, publication-ready work.

  • Economics
  • Econometrics
  • Economic Analysis
  • Regression Analysis
  • EViews
  • R
  • Time Series Analysis
  • Academic Research
  • Academic Writing
  • Research Papers
  • Research Proposals
  • Qualitative Research
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Modeling
  • Policy Analysis
Aadya G.

Ghaziabad, India

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Aadya is a skilled research associate and data analyst who possesses extensive expertise and a strong academic background in economics. She is proficient in conducting thorough research, collecting data, analyzing intricate datasets, and offering valuable insights to support decision-making based on evidence. Aadya is well-versed in various programming languages and statistical software, including STATA, Python, and R. Aadya's passion lies in utilizing data-driven approaches to tackle challenges specific to various sectors and contribute to promoting positive transformations and has taken her to Bihar to work on an RCT on a novel policing program. With exceptional communication and presentation skills, she excels in effectively conveying complex information to diverse stakeholders. Aadya thrives in collaborative environments and has a proven track record of working with cross-functional teams to achieve successful outcomes. Her expertise lies in conducting comprehensive research, collecting data, analyzing intricate datasets, and offering valuable insights to support decision-making based on evidence. Aadya remains committed to leveraging data-driven insights to shape policy-making and drive positive change.

  • Economics
  • Data Analytics
  • Stata
  • Analytical Presentation
  • Policy Analysis
  • Data Collection
  • Academic Content Development
  • Policy Development
  • Economic Analysis
  • Business Development
  • Econometrics
  • GRE Tutoring
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Resume Writing
  • Interview Preparation
Abdulkadir N.

Istanbul, Turkey

$50/hr
4.9
288 jobs

I received my masters and phd degree from the University of Texas at Austin in economics. I have over 10 years of experience in econometric data analysis. I can manipulate and analyze data in excel, Stata and SPSS. From simple data analysis to advanced econometric techniques I can help in your homeworks, projects, masters or PhD thesis. I am familiar with cross section, panel and time series econometric techniques. I have many published papers. I have also great deal of teaching experience. I can teach almost in all fields of economics.

  • Economics
  • Regression Testing
  • Content Writing
  • Statistics
  • Tutoring
  • Econometrics
  • Financial Analysis
  • Data Modeling
Eldrick Looper C.

Lipa City, Philippines

$6/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Garage Door Industry-US Key Responsibilities: Google Business Profile Management: Add/update products, descriptions, pricing, and promotions; respond to reviews and optimize listings for visibility. Product & Service Data Management: Maintain accurate product details in the database, ensuring clarity and brand compliance. Price List Updates: Regularly review and update pricing, aligning with company policies and competitor rates. Promotions & Campaigns: Create and upload marketing content, coordinating with the team for seasonal offers. Data Accuracy & Reporting: Ensure data consistency, monitor performance, and generate reports on customer engagement. Skills and Qualifications Email Management (sending, drafting and quoting emails to customers) Proficiency in Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) platform. Strong data entry and organizational skills with keen attention to detail. Basic understanding of SEO and how it applies to product listings and business profiles. Proficiency in using spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets) for data management. Familiarity with digital marketing and promotional content creation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Data Entry
  • Data Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Google Ads

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How to Hire Top Economics Specialists

How to hire economics specialists

Need a specialist who can collect and analyze economic data, monitor trends, and develop forecasts? An economics specialist can help.

So how do you hire an economics specialist? What follows are some tips for finding top economics consultants on Upwork.

How to shortlist economics professionals

As you’re browsing available economics consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles using criteria such as:

  • Industry fit. You want an economics specialist who understands the nuances of your industry so they can provide relevant insights.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., charting economic data with Microsoft Excel).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular economics professional.

How to write an effective economics job post

With a clear picture of your ideal economics specialist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective economics job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From economic models to business forecasts, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, software, or tools, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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ECONOMICS SPECIALISTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is economics?

Economics is the study of how society produces, distributes, and consumes goods and services. Economists can collect and analyze data from a variety of industries to help businesses make better decisions.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in an economics consultant:

  • Economics
  • Financial modeling
  • Economic forecasting
  • Market research
  • Data analytics

Why hire economics specialists?

The trick to finding top economics specialists is to identify your needs. Are you looking for a professional with solid Microsoft Office skills to create economic reports and presentations? Or do you also require advanced data analytics skills such as statistical modeling and linear programming? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

How much does it cost to hire an economics specialist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced economics specialist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their economics services more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.