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Business journalist & market analyst

Dominic O'Connell

Transform financial complexity into strategic insights with Dominic O'Connell, speaker and business journalism expert. Dominic works with organisations to decode market trends and craft authentic business narratives, delivering award-winning financial analysis recognized by the prestigious Wincott Award.

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Dominic O'Connell

Dominic O'Connell

London, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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At a glance

  • Award-winning business journalist and broadcaster
  • Business presenter for Times Radio and columnist
  • Financial analyst translating complex markets into accessible insights
Dominic O'Connell bridges business journalism and broadcasting, delivering sharp analysis of financial markets and corporate developments across the UK's most prestigious media platforms. As business presenter for Times Radio and Saturday columnist for The Times, Dominic previously served as business presenter on BBC's Today programme and business editor at The Sunday Times. His exceptional financial journalism earned him the prestigious Wincott Award in 2017, recognizing outstanding business reporting. Dominic helps organizations decode complex financial landscapes by translating intricate market movements into accessible insights. His deep knowledge of London's financial ecosystem enables companies to position themselves strategically within volatile economic environments, while his journalistic perspective identifies authentic business narratives that truly connect with stakeholders and cut through corporate noise. Audiences gain practical frameworks for interpreting financial news beyond headlines, strategies for anticipating market shifts based on historical patterns, and techniques for communicating complex business concepts to diverse stakeholders. His presentations blend analytical precision with storytelling clarity. Book Dominic for your next event to gain insider insights from someone who has interviewed and analyzed the world's most influential business leaders and economic trends.

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Why we recommend booking Dominic

Dominic O'Connell, award-winning business journalist and Times Radio presenter, transforms complex financial landscapes into strategic insights that help organizations navigate economic volatility with his rare combination of analytical precision and storytelling clarity. Book this Wincott Award recipient to give your team insider perspectives on market trends and corporate positioning that only comes from decades at the forefront of UK business journalism.

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Email dominic.oconnell@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 Dominic'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 Dominic O'Connell's speaking style like?
Dominic O'Connell structures presentations around the translation of financial news and market data into practical frameworks, drawing on his experience interviewing business leaders and tracking economic trends across BBC and Times Radio platforms.
What topics does Dominic O'Connell specialise in?
Dominic O'Connell's sessions cover financial markets, corporate developments, and the communication of complex business concepts to diverse audiences. He won the Wincott Award for outstanding business reporting in 2017 and has served as business presenter on BBC's Today programme, business presenter for Times Radio, and business editor at The Sunday Times.
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