A economist is an expert who studies the relationship between a society’s resources and its production or output, using a number of different indicators, in order to predict future trends. The duties of an economist are incredibly varied, research economic issues; conduct surveys and collect data; analyze data using mathematical models, statistical techniques, and software; present research results in reports, tables, and charts; interpret and forecast market trends; advise businesses, governments, and individuals on economic topics; recommend solutions to economic problems; write articles for academic journal and other media.