Philip Thornton
Phil Thornton is a Freelance business writer and economist, and has covered economic, industry, business and transport 15 years with a particular focus on economics and markets since 1999. Until recently he was economics correspondent at UK broadsheet newspaper, The Independent. He has covered the economy closely for the last decade and produced reports on the activities of the International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organisation.
From this author:
Opinion: False sense of security
The recent drop in commodity prices certainly looks like a reason for optimism. But companies should make the most of it while they can, if it isn't already too late, because all the indications are it might only be a lull before a long and violent storm.
15:12, 21 Oct, 2008
Worse before it gets better
As growth slows, commodity prices soar and credit conditions tighten, analysts warn that there's no end in sight.
15:15, 26 Aug, 2008
Opinion: Currency roulette
After years of exchange rate stability, businesses that trade across their national borders face a potentially revenue-wrecking ride on a currency market with all the dynamics of a fairground rollercoaster. Philip Thornton looks in vain for the safe seats.
12:31, 16 Jun, 2008
Opinion: Trade war massacre
As talks to lower global trade tariffs look set to collapse, the resulting regional agreements will sideline the WTO when it is most needed, leaving companies to pick through the carnage of confusing and sometimes conflicting rules, writes Philip Thornton.
12:31, 16 Jun, 2008
Opinion: Your time is now
With high inflation, volatile exchange rates and rising commodity costs, companies are increasingly turning to procurement for wealth generation. But while some will be ready to take the heat, others will find themselves hopelessly exposed.
17:51, 15 Apr, 2008
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