Is Robert J. Shiller A-List?
No — Robert J. Shiller is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Market Volatility Research Begins
Shiller begins publishing research on stock market volatility and challenges the efficient market hypothesis. This starts building his reputation in academic circles.
MacroMarkets LLC Co-Founded
Shiller co-founds MacroMarkets LLC, applying his economic theories to investment strategies. It is a gradual increase in wealth.
"Irrational Exuberance" Published
His book predicting the dot-com bubble bursts, gaining widespread recognition and influencing investment discourse, thus, increasing book sales and influence.
Case-Shiller Home Price Index Created
Creation of the Case-Shiller Home Price Index, becoming a key indicator for the U.S. housing market, further solidifying his influence.
Financial Crisis Insights
Shiller's earlier warnings about housing bubbles prove prescient during the 2008 financial crisis, enhancing his credibility.
Nobel Prize in Economics
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics for his empirical analysis of asset prices, bringing global acclaim and solidifying his legacy.
Continuing Influence in Economics
Shiller continues to teach, write, and contribute to economic discourse, maintaining his influence as a respected economist and author.
Last updated: February 25, 2026