Simon Jack is a respected English business journalist and news correspondent, currently serving as the Business Editor for BBC News. After a distinguished decade as a corporate and investment banker across international financial centers including London, New York City, and Bermuda, Simon Jack transitioned into broadcast journalism in 2003, joining the BBC’s esteemed business and economics unit. In his early roles at the BBC, Jack swiftly established himself as a prominent voice, contributing extensively to BBC Radio 4’s renowned Today Programme and Radio 5 Live’s influential Wake Up to Money. Demonstrating his versatile expertise, he further expanded his reach by presenting a series of business and financial podcasts for The Daily Telegraph.
From 2008 to 2011, Jack solidified his presence on British television as the dedicated business presenter for BBC Breakfast. During this critical period, he provided comprehensive and insightful coverage of major financial events, most notably the 2008 banking crisis, reporting directly from key financial locations such as the London Stock Exchange and Canary Wharf. A significant career milestone came in April 2010, when he co-presented BBC Breakfast alongside Sian Williams, delivering essential reporting during the intensity of the 2010 general election campaign. In September 2011, Jack moved to BBC Radio 4’s flagship Today program, continuing to provide expert analysis on economic developments.
Simon Jack remains a leading authority in financial journalism, consistently delivering high-level analysis and comprehensive reporting that defines the BBC’s business news output.