The Economist Group

"From its beginnings in 1843, when The Economist newspaper was founded by a Scottish hat manufacturer to further the cause of free trade, The Economist Group has evolved into a global media company that develops intelligent brands for a high-end audience."

"Since 1928, half the shares have been owned by the Financial Times, a subsidiary of Pearson, the other half by a group of independent shareholders, including many members of the staff."

Board
Accessed December 2010:


 * Rupert Pennant-Rea
 * Andrew Rashbass
 * Sir David Bell
 * John Elkann
 * Rona Fairhead
 * Philip Mengel
 * John Micklethwait
 * Simon Robertson
 * Lynn Forester de Rothschild
 * Lord Stevenson of Coddenham
 * Chris Stibbs

Contact
URL: http://www.economistgroup.com

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