Shamubeel Eaqub is the Chief Economist at Simplicity, with over two decades of experience in economics. He has held roles at leading institutions like ANZ Bank, Goldman Sachs, and NZIER. Shamubeel is known for making complex economic topics accessible and is a respected voice in media and business discussions.

He holds a BCom with honours in Economics from Lincoln University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Shamubeel is the author of Growing Apart: Regional Prosperity in New Zealand and co-author of Generation Rent and The New Zealand Economy: An Introduction.

Based in Auckland with his wife and two sons, Shamubeel is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, dedicated to improving economic understanding and shaping a better future.