Top 10 U.K. Journalists in Finance
Using our extensive media database, we compiled a list of the top 10 United Kingdom journalists in the Finance space. Our solution makes it easy to find — and connect with — the influencers that matter to you.
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*Data as of August 2025
1. John Gapper
X: @johngapper
Outlet: Financial Times
Bio: John Gapper is the Chief UK Business Columnist at Financial Times, writing keen analysis on companies, markets, and global business trends. He’s covered banking, media, and policy from London, New York, and Tokyo, and is respected for sharp, insightful commentary.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 28K
2. John Stepek
X: @John_Stepek
Outlet: Bloomberg News
Bio: John Stepek is a Senior Reporter at Bloomberg News and author of The Skeptical Investor. He writes the daily newsletter Money Distilled, offering insights into markets, economics, and personal finance. Previously, he spent 17 years at Money Week serving as web editor, editor, then executive editor.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 20K
3. Tara Evans
X: @taraevans
Outlet: The Sun
Bio: Tara Evans is the Head of Consumer at The Sun, where she leads coverage on personal finance, household bills, retail trends, and economic policies affecting everyday consumers. With a strong focus on cost-of-living issues, she delivers accessible, practical reporting on how financial news impacts UK households.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 12K
4. Richard Partington
Outlet: The Guardian
Bio: Richard Partington is the Senior Economics Correspondent at The Guardian, where he covers UK fiscal policy, Bank of England interest rate decisions, financial regulation, and the broader economic impact of inflation and the cost-of-living crisis. His reporting regularly examines how government policy, central banking, and global economy.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 8K
5. Patrick Hosking
Outlet: The Times
Bio: Patrick Hosking is the Financial Editor at The Times, providing authoritative commentary on financial markets, corporate finance, and investment trends. His columns are known for their insightful analysis and clarity.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 7.7K
6. Lynsey Barber
Outlet: The Sun
Bio: Lynsey is a personal finance and consumer money journalist at The Sun, helping readers navigate mortgages, savings, insurance, and everyday budget choices. She covers real-world financial issues with a practical lens and explains complex topics in clear, actionable terms.
Location: London, United Kingdom
Followers: 6.6K
7. Phillip Inman
Outlet: Guardian
Bio: Phillip Inman is the Senior Economics Writer at The Guardian, where he reports on macroeconomic trends, UK fiscal policy, pensions, and banking regulation. His coverage often focuses on how economic policy decisions and financial market shifts impact public services, consumer finances, and the broader economy.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 4K
8. Ali Hussain
Outlet: The Times and The Sunday Times
Bio: Ali Hussain is the Chief Money Reporter for The Times and The Sunday Times, with over fifteen years covering personal finance, pensions, investments, taxes, and fraud.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 4K
9. Sam Walker
Outlet: The Sun
Bio: Sam Walker is a consumer reporter at The Sun, covering money-saving tips, insurance, and everyday finance issues. His reporting focuses on helping readers make smarter choices with their money. He regularly highlights real-world examples and practical advice for navigating personal finance.
Location: United Kingdom
Followers: 1K
10. Helen Kirrane
Outlet: Daily Mail
Bio: Helen Kirrane is a Finance reporter at Daily Mail UK, where she writes about savings, mortgages, pensions, and consumer financial issues. She focuses on helping readers make informed money decisions through clear, practical reporting.
Location: London, United Kingdom
Followers: 500
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