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BBC Economics Correspondent & OBE speaker

Dharshini David

Transform economic complexity into strategic insights with Dharshini David, BBC Chief Economics Correspondent and financial keynote speaker. Dharshini equips organisations to navigate market volatility and identify sustainable growth opportunities. OBE recipient, Wincott Prize winner, and advisor to FTSE boards including Tesco.

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Dharshini David

Dharshini David

London, United Kingdom

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£6–10k

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Dharshini David's biography

At a glance

  • BBC Chief Economics Correspondent
  • Award-winning financial journalist
  • Author of The Almighty Dollar and Environomics
Dharshini David OBE, the BBC's Chief Economics Correspondent, translates complex economic forces into clear, accessible analysis that reveals how global finance shapes daily life. Her work holds policymakers accountable whilst making the financial world understandable to millions. Before journalism, Dharshini worked for the UK Government Economic Service, Oxford Economic Forecasting, and HSBC Investment Bank as Senior UK Economist. She later moved into broadcasting with the BBC, presenting and reporting in London and New York, where she led coverage during the Global Financial Crisis. Her career has included flagship roles across BBC News, Radio 4, Panorama, and Sky News, alongside senior positions as Global Trade Correspondent and Chief Economics Correspondent. Dharshini is the author of The Almighty Dollar and Environomics, which explores how economic choices shape sustainability across daily life and global systems. Her Radio 4 documentary, Is Britain the Sick Man of Europe?, won the 2022 Wincott Prize. In 2024, she was appointed an Honorary Fellow of Downing College, Cambridge, and in 2025 was awarded an OBE for services to economics and broadcasting. Dharshini brings rare perspective from both trading floors and broadcasting studios. She has advised the Tesco board on media strategy, consulted for Daiwa Bank, and served on the Financial Conduct Authority's consumer finance board. This combination allows her to decode economic policy, identify market trends before they dominate headlines, and connect global trade patterns to personal financial decisions. Her analysis during Covid, recent recessions, and government transitions demonstrates how she transforms abstract economic data into practical insights. Audiences learn to recognise how economic shifts affect their businesses and communities, understand the real drivers behind inflation and trade policy, and spot emerging opportunities in sustainable industries. Book Dharshini to help your audience navigate economic uncertainty with clarity and confidence backed by genuine expertise.

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Topics, sessions and talks

The UK Economy And Beyond
Dharshini David OBE explains the economic forces shaping the modern world and the UK's global economic relationships in accessible terms. Attendees will learn about the key factors driving today's economy and how the UK interacts with the worldwide market.

Why we recommend booking Dharshini

Dharshini David combines award-winning journalism with economic acumen to deliver insights that directly impact your audience's business decisions and financial future. Her proven ability to decode market trends before they make headlines, combined with her engaging storytelling approach, ensures your event attendees gain practical knowledge they can immediately apply. Secure Dharshini now to give your audience the economic clarity they need to thrive in uncertain times.

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Trusted by Tesco, Daiwa Bank, Financial Conduct Authority

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Just wanted to pop a note across to let you know that the event went extremely well yesterday and Dharshini was great! We had a great audience response to her session. Please pass on our thanks again.

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Featured Projects

The Almighty Dollar
Environomics: How The Green Economy Is Transforming Your World

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Email dharshini.david@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Dharshini's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Dharshini David's speaking style like?
Clear, engaging and professional presenter whose sessions draw strong audience response. Practical, concise delivery that explains complex ideas simply and keeps listeners attentive.
What topics does Dharshini David specialise in?
Dharshini David specialises in discussing economics, global markets, green economy and more.
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