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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2016 Articles

Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Deepens, Market Turmoil Follows

Financial markets are feeling the strain as the ongoing conflict between the…

US Tariff Rates Set for Increase Amid Confusion Over Trade Policies

In a significant development this week, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated…

US Treasury Signals Potential Increase in Global Tariffs Amid Policy Confusion

In a significant development, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has indicated that…

US Administration Poised to Introduce Higher Global Tariffs Amid Ongoing Trade Uncertainty

In a move that could significantly reshape international trade dynamics, US Treasury…

US Treasury Signals Potential Increase in Global Tariffs Amid Confusion

In a developing situation regarding international trade policy, US Treasury Secretary Scott…

US Treasury Signals Potential Rise in Tariffs Amid Trade Confusion

** In a significant development this week, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…

US Treasury Signals Potential Increase in Global Tariffs Amid Confusion

In a significant development this week, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated…

Chancellor Reeves Champions End to Windfall Tax Amid Rising Energy Crisis

In a crucial meeting with North Sea energy executives, Chancellor Rachel Reeves…

US to Introduce Higher Tariffs This Week Amid Confusion Over Rates

In a significant development for international trade, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…

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