Who founded The Economist and when was it launched?
James Wilson, a Scottish banker and businessman, launched The Economist in 1843. He published a prospectus on the 5th of August 1843 that listed thirteen specific areas of coverage.
Questions about The Economist
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What physical format did The Economist adopt in 1971?
The publication changed its physical form in 1971 to a smaller magazine-style perfect-bound format that remains standard today. Editors switched from a broadsheet layout to this new style after the paper had dominated newsrooms until the early 1970s.
Why does The Economist publish articles without bylines?
Articles appear without bylines so the journal can speak with one collective voice. This tradition dates back to the founding year of 1843 and continues into the present day while writers refer to themselves as your correspondent or this reviewer throughout their pieces.
When did The Economist launch its audio edition and how is it produced?
Since July 2007, a complete audio edition has been available every Thursday at 9 p.m. London time. The audio version is produced by Talking Issues and recorded in MP3 format.
Which political parties did The Economist endorse during recent elections?
The paper has endorsed Labour Party candidates in 2005 and 2024 elections and supported Conservative Party candidates in 2010 and 2015. It also backed both Republican and Democratic candidates in U.S. presidential races.