PGIM Strengthens U.S. Economics Team with Fed and Treasury Veteran
Event summary
- Robert Sockin appointed as U.S. economist at PGIM, effective immediately.
- Sockin brings experience from Citigroup Research, Federal Reserve Board, and U.S. Treasury Department.
- He will report to Daleep Singh, PGIM's Vice Chair and Chief Global Economist.
- PGIM manages $1.5 trillion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025.
The big picture
PGIM's appointment of Robert Sockin underscores the growing importance of specialized economic analysis in asset management. With $1.5 trillion in AUM, PGIM is positioning itself to better navigate complex macroeconomic environments. This move comes as the industry increasingly values insights from professionals with deep policy and market experience.
What we're watching
- Economic Forecasting
- How Sockin's expertise in connecting economic data, policymaking, and financial markets will influence PGIM's investment strategies.
- Regime Shifts
- Whether Sockin can effectively spot and anticipate regime shifts in the U.S. economy, given his background in policy work and economic research.
- Client Engagement
- The pace at which Sockin integrates with PGIM's client-facing roles and becomes a thought leader for the firm.