David Smith is an Economics Editor at The Sunday Times, with over three decades of experience in economics journalism. He is known for his expertise in UK and global economic outlooks, as well as his insightful commentary and broadcasting on financial forecasts and economic issues.
Born in Scotland, Smith began his journalism career in 1989 at the Financial Weekly. He then worked as an economic report writer for Lloyds Bank before joining the Henley Centre as a forecaster. Smith later became the deputy editor of the Financial Weekly, covering a wide range of finance topics such as taxes, the job market, recessions, and investment banking.
In addition to his role at The Sunday Times, Smith holds lecturing positions at Cardiff University and Nottingham University, where he shares his expertise with students. He also maintains a personal website, Economics UK.com, which serves as a platform for discussing economic topics and providing independent articles.
Smith is highly regarded as a keynote speaker, known for his ability to simplify complex financial concepts for a wider audience. He has authored books such as "From Boom to Bust" and "Gaining Currency," aiming to explain economic principles in layman's terms.
Throughout his career, Smith has received numerous awards for his journalism, including the Harold Wincott Award for 2004 Senior Financial Journalist of the Year. He remains in high demand as a speaker for corporate events and conferences, offering valuable insights into the world of economics.