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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Global Markets Surge as Trump Hints at End to Iran Conflict

As lunchtime approaches in the City of London, a wave of optimism…

Minimum Wage Increase to £12.71: A Boost for Workers Amid Business Concerns

In a significant development for the UK workforce, the national minimum wage…

Surge in Input Prices Hits UK Manufacturing Amid Iran War Disruptions

Britain's manufacturing sector is grappling with unprecedented input price inflation, the highest…

Minimum Wage Increase to £12.71: A Double-Edged Sword for Workers and Businesses

This week, approximately 2.7 million workers in the UK are set to…

Monzo Exits US Market as It Focuses on Growth in UK and Europe

In a significant shift of strategy, Monzo, the British digital bank, has…

Brent Crude Prices Dip Below $100 Amid Optimism Over Iran Conflict Resolution

Brent crude oil prices have recently fallen below the $100 per barrel…

Brent Crude Plummets Below $100 Amid Optimism Over Iran Conflict Resolution

In a significant market shift, Brent crude oil prices have dipped below…

Food Prices Set to Rise by Nearly 10% Amid Ongoing Conflict in Iran

As the conflict in Iran escalates, the cost of food in the…

Minimum Wage Update: Millions Set for Pay Rise from April 2026

Starting from April 1, 2026, millions of workers across the UK will…

Brent Crude Prices Plummet Below $100 Amid Optimism Over Iran Conflict Resolution

In a significant shift in the oil market, Brent crude has dipped…

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