Harry Max Markowitz is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book Portfolio Selection.
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Best Known For:The book Portfolio Selection
Breakthrough:Awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1990
10 Quick Facts About Harry Max Markowitz
- Full Name: Harry Max Markowitz
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The book Portfolio Selection
- Date of Birth: August 24, 1927
- Age: 98 years old
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Barbara Markowitz
- Specialization: Academic / Educator and Scientist / Researcher
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
Harry Max Markowitz Age
Harry Max Markowitz is about 99 years old as of 2026. Harry Max Markowitz was born in 1927.
Education
He attended University of Chicago, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics.
- University of Chicago
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Field of Study: Economics
- Period: 1954
Career & Work
Harry Max Markowitz's career includes professional roles with RAND Corporation.
Organization: RAND Corporation
Role: Researcher
Period: 1952
Rise to Fame
Harry Max Markowitz rose to prominence for his role for the book Portfolio Selection.
Notable Works
- Book: Portfolio Selection (Author, 1952) — Journal of Finance article
Awards & Achievements
- Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences — Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Harry Max Markowitz Family & Relationships
Harry Max Markowitz is married to Barbara Markowitz.
- Father: Morris Markowitz
- Mother: Mildred Markowitz
Personal Information
- Full Name: Harry Max Markowitz
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: August 24, 1927
- Age: 98
- Birthday: August 24
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
Family & Relationships
- Father: Morris Markowitz
- Mother: Mildred Markowitz
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Barbara Markowitz
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
