Financial Times
| Financial Times | |
| |
| Founded | 1888 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | London |
| Key People | Roula Khalaf, Editor; Patrick Jenkins, Deputy Editor |
| @FT | |
| Website | www.ft.com/ |
The Financial Times is a British daily newspaper focused on business and economic current affairs. Founded in 1888, it is now owned by the Japanese holding company Nikkei and is known for its distinctive salmon pink pages.[1]
History[edit]
The Financial Times was launched on 13 February 1888 as a rival to the Financial News. In 1893, the paper made a significant marketing move by printing on light salmon pink paper to distinguish itself from competitors.
In 1945, the Financial Times merged with its long-time rival, the Financial News. The merged publication retained the Financial Times name due to its higher circulation and greater commercial influence.
In 2015, Pearson sold the Financial Times to Nikkei Inc. for £844 million after owning it since 1957.[2]
Products and Services[edit]
Print and Digital Editions[edit]
The Financial Times publishes a daily newspaper and maintains a digital presence through its website and mobile applications. In 2023, it reported 1.3 million subscribers, with 1.2 million being digital subscribers.
FT Weekend[edit]
The Financial Times publishes a weekend edition called FT Weekend, which includes international economic and political news, as well as sections on Companies & Markets, Life & Arts, and House & Home.
Special Reports[edit]
The Financial Times produces over 100 editorially-independent special reports annually, covering countries, industries, and themes ranging from workplace health to entrepreneurship.[3]
FT Group Subscription[edit]
The FT offers group subscriptions for organizations, providing access to its global coverage and analysis across various industries and topics.[4]
Key People[edit]
Roula Khalaf[edit]
Roula Khalaf is the editor of the Financial Times, having been appointed to the role in 2022.[5]
Patrick Jenkins[edit]
Patrick Jenkins serves as the deputy editor of the Financial Times.
References[edit]
- ↑ A History of the Financial Times. Historic Newspapers.
- ↑ JP Morgan said to block FT site on concern over shared content. Bloomberg.
- ↑ Special Reports provide in-depth FT coverage of countries around the world. Financial Times.
- ↑ Why global coverage is so essential. FT Professional.
- ↑ Financial Times announces editorial leadership changes. Financial Times.