Financial Times

The Financial Times ('The FT'), founded in 1888 by James Sheridan and Horatio Bottomley, has long been the paper of choice for those who prefer their news with a side of economic analysis—and a distinct pink hue. Known for its sober coverage of global finance, the FT has weathered more market crashes than most of its readers, remaining a stalwart in an industry prone to hysteria. The paper’s 2015 sale to Japan’s Nikkei for $1.3 billion raised a few eyebrows, but its editorial independence has largely remained intact, a testament to its rigorous standards. Under the stewardship of Lionel Barber and now Roula Khalaf, the FT has deftly navigated the shift to digital, even as print newspapers crumble around it. Its legacy? A beacon of clarity in the often murky waters of global finance, where readers trust that the news, like the markets it covers, is presented with precision—if not always with warmth.