economist with Credit Suisse in Zurich. Currently runs a team of analysts which identifies and analyses global cyclical developments as well as structural trends. Mr Herrmann previously worked as an economist for Credit Suisse in London and Singapore. Before joining Credit Suisse he gathered initial experience in economic financial market analysis with Raiffeisen Bank AG in Vienna. Thomas Herrmann studied at the University of St. Gallen where he gained a Master in Economics and Finance.