Chris Liu
Chris combines academic and practical expertise in policy evaluation, macroeconomic modelling, and financial risk analysis, with a focus on public sector impacts and sustainable finance.
Chris joined BERL in 2025 as a consultant, bringing a blend of academic research and practical experience in financial and policy analysis. He has worked across academia, central banking, and financial institutions, with expertise in policy evaluation, macroeconomic modelling and forecasting, and financial risk analysis.
He specialises in assessing the macroeconomic impacts of public sector interventions and government policies, with a particular focus on credit markets and sustainable finance. Chris holds certifications in Financial Risk Management (FRM II) and CFA-ESG investing. His doctoral research examined how implicit government guarantees influence market competition and private sector credit, and he remains actively involved in academic research.
Chris’s skills:
- Macroeconomic modelling and forecasting, including Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium (DSGE) modelling
- Econometric and statistical analysis
- Explaining and presenting complex economic concepts and models to diverse audiences
- Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) analysis, and advising institutional investors on ESG and risk.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys gym training, live music, and exploring New Zealand’s diverse food scene. He is also a strong advocate for inclusive communities and animal welfare.