Dharshini David
Dharshini David | |
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| Born | London, England |
| Occupation(s) | Author, economist, media professional |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Deputy Economics Editor at the BBC, former economist at HSBC Investment Bank, presenter for Sky News |
| Notable work | The Almighty Dollar: Follow the Incredible Journey of a Single Dollar to See How the Global Economy Really Works |
Dharshini David is a British author, economist, and media professional. She currently serves as the Deputy Economics Editor at the BBC, having previously held roles as an economist at HSBC Investment Bank and as a presenter for Sky News. Additionally, she hosts various programmes on Radio 4.
Early life
Born and raised in London, David received her education at the private institution James Allen's Girls' School located in Dulwich, South London. She pursued her studies in Economics at Downing College, Cambridge. Professionally, she has been employed by the independent think tank Oxford Economic Forecasting, the UK's Government Economic Service, and worked as a UK Economist for HSBC Investment Bank in London.
Broadcasting career
David began her tenure at the BBC in 2000 as an economics correspondent, contributing to national BBC1 news bulletins, BBC News 24, and BBC World. Her presenting experience includes the current affairs programme Panorama, news on BBC One, and various shows on BBC Radio. In July 2006, she was appointed as the BBC's New York Business Presenter, where she anchored World Business Report from New York and reported on the credit crisis from Wall Street.
In September 2009, she transitioned to Sky News as a business and economics correspondent, hosting key programmes such as "Jeff Randall Live," "Business Live," and "Sky News Tonight."
By 2018, David had returned to BBC News in the role of Senior Economics Correspondent. In January 2020, she was named BBC News' inaugural Global Trade Correspondent. She also delivers business updates on the Today programme and other Radio 4 broadcasts. In 2023, she earned the Wincott Prize for audio journalism for her work on the programme Is Britain the Sick Man of Europe.
David was honored as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the 2025 New Year Honours.
Writing
Her debut publication, The Almighty Dollar: Follow the Incredible Journey of a Single Dollar to See How the Global Economy Really Works, was released by Elliott & Thompson in February 2018.