Economic Forecasting Expert & Deputy Chief Economist at Moody's Analytics; Authority on Consumer Credit & Risk Management; Co-Host of "Inside Economics" Podcast

West Chester, PA, USA
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Cristian deRitis Biography

Cristian deRitis is a managing director and deputy chief economist at Moody's Analytics, where he focuses on economic forecasting, consumer credit, and financial risk management. As the head of econometric model research and development, deRitis specializes in the analysis of economic conditions, scenario design, consumer credit markets, and housing. With more than 25 years of experience in risk management and consumer credit performance modeling, he is named on two U.S. patents for credit modeling. DeRitis contributes economic commentary to Moody's Analytics' "Economic View" website, which covers economic and financial market developments and policy issues.

A certified risk management professional, deRitis writes a monthly column on risk management for Global Association of Risk Professionals. His column, "Modeling Risk," addresses topics such as geopolitical risk, stress testing, and credit loss forecasting. In addition to his published research, deRitis is a co-host on the "Inside Economics" podcast. He also develops alternative data sources to measure economic activity more accurately than traditional methods.

Before joining Moody's Analytics, deRitis worked for Fannie Mae, where he developed default, prepayment, and loss severity models for mortgage portfolios. He also taught at Johns Hopkins University, where he earned his doctorate in economics. DeRitis is regularly quoted in publications such as Wall Street Journal and New York Times for his analysis of the economy and consumer credit markets.

DeRitis speaks at Moody's Analytics and industry events, providing audiences with insights on economic trends and risk management. He has addressed topics including the stress testing impact of geopolitical risk, shifting tariffs, climate risk developments, and the evolution of artificial intelligence and machine learning. DeRitis is recognized for his ability to translate complex economic data into practical guidance for audiences seeking to understand the forces shaping the economy.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/09/2026.

Cristian deRitis Videos

There are still many reasons for mortgage rates to climb upward

There are still many reasons for mortgage rates to climb upward

Cristian DeRitis, Deputy Chief Economist at Moody's Analytics, discusses the path ahead for mortgage rates. For access to live and exclusive video...

Small Business Economy -  Moody's Economist -  Insights

Small Business Economy - Moody's Economist - Insights

Small businesses are important for healthy communities and the overall economy. Cristian deRitis, Deputy Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics,...

U.S. hitting debt ceiling - extraordinary measures used to prevent default

U.S. hitting debt ceiling - extraordinary measures used to prevent default

The Treasury Department announced Thursday the U.S. has hit its debt ceiling. It means the country has reached its borrowing limit and is in danger...

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