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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Surging Petrol Prices Drive UK Consumers Towards Electric Vehicles

As petrol prices soar in the wake of the ongoing conflict in…

Global Growth at Risk: IMF Flags Oil Prices and Geopolitical Tensions

In a stark warning, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised alarm…

UK Faces Major Economic Downturn Amid Iran Conflict, IMF Warns

The ongoing conflict in Iran is poised to inflict the most significant…

UK Economy Faces Sharpest Growth Decline Among Major Nations Due to Iran Conflict, IMF Warns

The ongoing conflict in Iran is poised to inflict significant economic damage…

Global Economic Stability at Risk Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict, Warns IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning regarding the…

Global Recession Looms as Iran Conflict Drives Energy Prices Skyward, IMF Warns

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning regarding the…

Global Economic Outlook Darkens Amid Escalating Iran Conflict, IMF Warns

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning that escalating…

UK Set for Largest Growth Decline Among Major Economies Due to Iran Conflict, Warns IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning regarding the…

IMF Cuts UK Growth Forecasts Amid Rising Global Uncertainties from Iran Conflict

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has significantly revised its economic growth projections…

South East Water Chief Acknowledges Failures in Handling Supply Disruptions

In a recent session before the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee,…

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