David Smith

David Smith serves as the Economics Editor, Assistant Editor, and Policy Advisor for The Sunday Times. A prominent voice in financial journalism, he also frequently contributes to Business Voice for the CBI. His analytical foresight was demonstrated after the global financial crisis when he was among the first to anticipate a V-shaped recovery, providing a measured perspective on the timeline for economic stabilisation. Before his long-standing tenure at the UK's leading Sunday broadsheet, he honed his expertise at the Henley Centre for Forecasting, Lloyds Bank, The Times, and Financial Weekly. An accomplished author, he has published numerous influential titles including The Age of Instability, Will Europe Work?, and From Boom to Bust. His recent book, Free Lunch, aims to make complex economic principles accessible to a wider audience, reflecting his commitment to public understanding of the field. His professional excellence has been recognised with several prestigious accolades, notably the Harold Wincott Award for Financial Journalist of the Year. His depth of experience and ability to translate global fiscal trends into clear, relevant narratives makes him a sought-after authority for audiences looking to navigate the complexities of the modern economic landscape. On stage, David Smith is best known for talks on Economics & The Economy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. David Smith is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, David Smith travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how David Smith would approach your audience.