Prizes and distinctions : Antonin Bergeaud (alumni) awarded the 2025 Best Young Economist Prize

A former student of PSE, Antonin Bergeaud has been awarded the Best Young Economist Prize 2025 by Le Monde and the Cercle des économistes for his innovative research, particularly on the effects of artificial intelligence on work.

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At 36 years old, Antonin Bergeaud, Associate Professor at HEC Paris and graduate of the Master Analysis and Policy in Economics (2014) and PhD program (2018) at the Paris School of Economics, has been named the laureate of the 26th edition of the Best Young Economist Prize. Created in 2000 by Le Monde and the Cercle des économistes, this award annually honors a young researcher whose work stands out for its academic excellence and its contribution to public debate.

Antonin Bergeaud’s research focuses notably on the impact of artificial intelligence on work — a topic at the heart of current economic and social transformations. This award recognizes the innovative nature of his work, as well as its relevance in understanding the challenges facing today’s labor market.

The Best Young Economist Prize distinguishes profiles capable of contributing to the design or evaluation of public policies, informing business strategy, or helping the general public better grasp key economic issues. In this sense, Antonin Bergeaud’s career path fully embodies the purpose of this award.

Link to Le Monde article announcing the award