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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US Job Market Faces Unexpected Decline as 92,000 Positions Disappear

In a surprising turn of events, the US economy experienced a significant…

US Job Market Takes a Hit: 92,000 Positions Lost in February

The US labour market experienced a surprising downturn in February, shedding 92,000…

Global Economic Recovery at Risk Amid Escalating Iran Conflict

As tensions escalate with the recent US-Israel military actions against Iran, economists…

Rising Tensions in Iran Spark Inflation Fears, Threatening Global Economic Recovery

An airstrike in Tehran has ignited concerns over a potential inflation surge,…

Escalating Tensions in Iran: The Threat of Inflation and Economic Downturn

A recent airstrike on an oil refinery in Tehran has sparked fears…

US Job Market Faces Unexpected Setback with 92,000 Positions Lost in February

In a surprising turn of events, the US job market contracted in…

John Lewis Partnership Poised to Announce First Bonus in Four Years Amid Transformation Update

Workers at the John Lewis Partnership (JLP) may finally receive their first…

Various Eateries Rebrands as Coppa Collective, Expands into Pub Sector

In an ambitious move set to reshape its identity, the restaurant group…

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