China Economy Reporter
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20 hours ago
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Job Summary
Job Description:
The Wall Street Journal is seeking a reporter to lead our coverage of Chinas economy at a pivotal moment for the country and the world.
China is wrestling with a prolonged property slump weaker growth a shrinking population and a pullback in foreign investment. At the same time Beijing is doubling down on state-driven industrial policy and export-oriented manufacturing just as the U.S. and its allies raise trade and technology barriers and talk about de-risking from China. Those choices are reshaping global supply chains investment flows and the competitive landscape for companies from Detroit to Düsseldorf.
Were looking for a reporter who can explain this shift with clarity and authority: charting whats happening inside Chinas economy and showing how it is rippling through markets boardrooms and households around the world.
You will:
Own the China-economy beat delivering distinctive coverage on growth industry trade and policy decisions and what they mean for global business and finance.
Break news on key developments from data surprises and regulatory shifts to corporate decisions that signal how multinationals and investors are reassessing their exposure to China.
Report deeply on big structural themes including the property downturn demographics changing foreign investment industrial policy and the rewiring of global supply chains.
Combine on-the-ground reporting with close analysis of economic trade and demographic data to spot trends early and challenge conventional wisdom.
Tell stories in ways that resonate with readers: through tightly written news pieces ambitious enterprise investigations visuals and collaborations with video audio and graphics teams.
Work closely with colleagues across Asia the U.S. and Europe to conceive and lead globe-spanning coverage at the intersection of economics geopolitics and business.
Develop a strong network of sources in government business finance academia and policy circles and draw on that network to produce exclusive agenda-setting journalism.
You have:
A proven track record of high-impact reporting on economics business markets or China ideally for a major news organisation.
The ability to move quickly on breaking news while maintaining accuracy clarity and a strong sense of what matters most for readers.
Experience turning complex data and policy debates into clear accessible stories that are grounded in real people and real businesses.
Strong enterprise skills: you can originate pitch and execute ambitious projects as well as contribute to larger team efforts.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills and comfort working across time zones and coverage areas.
A deep curiosity about Chinas role in the global economy and an instinct for spotting stories where geopolitics and money collide.
Chinese language skills are a plus but not required.
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Dow Jones - News - WSJJob Category:
Editorial/JournalismUnion Status:
Non-Union role
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