The Economist Group
The story of The Economist Group begins with the foundation in 1843 of The Economist newspaper by a Scottish businessman, James Wilson. A classical liberal, he successfully opposed the protectionist British Corn Laws. A belief in free trade, openness and the power of enlightened thinking to drive progress has inspired us ever since.
Basic Information
- Category: business
- Website: https://www.economistgroup.com/
Documented Facts
- Email: careers@economist.com (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
Evidence and Sources
- The Economist Group — Official Site (official)
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- Recorded profile date: 2026-04-22
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The story of The Economist Group begins with the foundation in 1843 of The Economist newspaper by a Scottish businessman, James Wilson. A classical liberal, he successfully opposed the protectionist British Corn Laws. A belief in free trade, openness and the power of enlightened thinking to drive progress has inspired us ever since.
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