Barron’s seeks a tech investing senior writer
Barron’s is seeking an experienced journalist to cover tech stocks and write big features about the technology landscape from Big Tech firms to more disruptive start-ups. The ideal candidate should be: Knowledgeable and passionate about the tech industry, as well as technology’s transformative effect on every other industry, with an extensive network of relevant sources […]
Dow Jones union to vote on strike fund
In light of a potential walkout by IAPE-represented employees at Dow Jones and financial hardships that some members may face, the union that represents journalists at The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch.com and Barron’s is looking to start a strike fund. IAPE President Jodi Green filed a formal motion Wednesday with the union’s board of directors […]
Barron’s hires Escobar as data and graphics editor
Chelsea Schiff, Barron’s head of design and visuals, sent out the following: We are excited to announce Molly Cook Escobar is joining the Barron’s visuals team as a data visualization and graphics editor. Molly joins us from the New York Times where she just completed a fellowship as a Graphics Editor. During her fellowship, Molly mapped wildfire […]
WSJ parent strikes content deal with OpenAI
News Corp., the parent of The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s and MarketWatch.com, announced Wednesday a multi-year agreement to bring news content to OpenAI. OpenAI has permission to display content from News Corp publications in response to user questions and to enhance its products. In addition to providing content, News Corp. will share journalistic expertise to […]
Dow Jones earnings and revenue up slightly
Dow Jones & Co., the parent of The Wall Street Journal, Investor’s Business Daily, MarketWatch.com and Barron’s reported a 3% increase in revenue and an 8% increase in earnings in the third quarter. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp., which reported earnings. The company breaks out Dow Jones’ performance. Revenue rose 3% to […]
WSJ union authorizes strike vote
Independent Association of Publishers’ Employees board authorized a strike vote to be conducted by its members working at Dow Jones & Co. The member referendum will be the first such vote in the union’s 87-year history. “Today, the IAPE Board of Directors responded to a call for action,” said Local 1096 President Jodi Green. “That […]
Dow Jones launches Smart Money financial literacy site
Dow Jones announced Monday the launch of Dow Jones Smart Money, a financial literacy and proficiency resource Dow Jones Smart Money will feature select information and insights from the company’s publications — The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, Investor’s Business Daily and MarketWatch.com. “From beginners to billionaires, equipping people with the resources to tackle everyday financial […]
Barron’s hires Salisbury as senior investing writer
Barron’s editor in chief David Cho sent out the following on Monday: All, We are excited to announce Ian Salisbury is joining Barron’s as a senior investing writer. Ian has more than 20 years of experience covering markets and helping readers make smart money decisions, both as a writer and editor. He joins us from Buy Side, […]
Barron’s hires Sanicola as senior energy writer
Barron’s editor in chief David Cho sent out the following on Wednesday: All, We’re thrilled to announce Laura Sanicola is joining Barron’s as an energy beat writer who will spearhead a new Energy Insider newsletter for investors. Laura has reported on energy and commodities at Reuters since 2019, covering oil companies, markets, and energy policy from New […]
Barron’s hires Ungarino to cover Wall Street
Barron’s editor in chief David Cho sent out the following on Monday: All, We are excited to announce Rebecca Ungarino is joining Barron’s as the newsroom’s Wall Street reporter. Rebecca comes to us from Business Insider, where she served as a senior finance reporter covering asset management companies and other Wall Street firms. She produced several scoops on BlackRock, including […]
