Peter Schiff is an American economist, financial commentator, and investor. He is the CEO and chief global strategist of Euro Pacific Capital, an investment advisory firm. Schiff is known for his controversial views on economics, particularly his criticism of the Federal Reserve and his skepticism about government intervention in the economy. He is also a frequent commentator on financial news networks and writes regularly on economics and investing. Schiff has published several books on economics and finance, and is a sought-after speaker on financial topics. Despite his contrarian views, Schiff has built a large following among investors and economics enthusiasts, and is known for his energetic and charismatic style.