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 Bounces Back Amid Middle East Tensions and Economic Uncertainty

In a day marked by extreme volatility, London's FTSE 100 index managed…

Private Credit Firm Blue Owl Caps Withdrawals Amid Investor Concerns

In a striking move signalling a downturn in the private credit sector,…

Blue Owl Capital Imposes Withdrawal Cap Amid Surge in Investor Redemptions

In a significant move reflecting the growing unease within the private credit…

National Minimum Wage Increases, Benefiting Millions Across the UK

** This week marks a significant change for the workforce in the…

Market Volatility Persists Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

** In a day marked by significant fluctuations, UK markets experienced a…

Significant Pay Increase as National Minimum Wage Hits £12.71

This week marks an important milestone for many workers across the UK,…

Market Volatility Persists as Geopolitical Tensions Impact Trading

** An unpredictable trading session unfolded on Friday as investors reacted to…

Investors Pull Billions from Blue Owl Capital Amid Concerns Over Private Credit Market

In a significant move signalling waning confidence in the unregulated lending sector,…

Private Credit Firm Blue Owl Imposes Withdrawal Limits Amid Investor Concerns

In a notable development within the private credit sector, Blue Owl Capital…

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