Thomas Wright, Economics Correspondent

Thomas Wright is an economics correspondent covering trade policy, industrial strategy, and regional economic development. With eight years of experience and a background reporting for The Economist, he excels at connecting macroeconomic data to real-world impacts on businesses and workers. His coverage of post-Brexit trade deals has been particularly influential.
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FTSE 100 Slips as Mining and Pharma Stocks Weigh Down Markets

On a mixed trading day for European markets, the FTSE 100 index…

FTSE 100 Declines as Mining and Pharma Stocks Weigh on London Markets

In a week that ended on a somber note, the FTSE 100…

Tax Cuts for the Wealthy: The Hidden Costs of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill

In a sweeping move, the House of Representatives recently approved Donald Trump’s…

FTSE 100 Experiences Minor Dip as European Markets Show Mixed Performance

On Friday, the FTSE 100 index concluded the week on a subdued…

How Trump’s Tax Cuts Benefit the Wealthy While Straining Public Services

The passage of Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in…

Wealthy Americans Benefit from Tax Cuts: The Hidden Costs of Trump’s Legislation

Recent developments surrounding the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) have reignited…

UK Economy Shows Modest Growth Amid Caution for Future Challenges

Recent data reveals that the UK economy experienced a growth of 0.4%…

US Government Faces Rising Borrowing Costs Amid Inflation Woes

In a significant financial development, the US government has recorded its highest…

London Stock Market Faces Mixed Fortunes Amid Economic Uncertainty

The London stock market experienced a lacklustre close on Friday, with the…

FTSE 100 Experiences Decline Amid Mixed Market Signals

The FTSE 100 index ended the week on a low note, falling…

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