Kanan Mammadov is a finance and political economy researcher specializing in global markets, financial innovation and geopolitical risk. He is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration in International Finance and Economic Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, having previously completed a Master of Science in Finance at George Washington University. His analysis has appeared at the International Monetary Fund, CFA Institute, Oxford Political Review, The Business Times and Seeking Alpha. His work focuses on the transformation of global financial architecture and the strategic role of emerging economies in shaping economic governance.