Editor's Review
The Economist actually makes sense of this messy world. No fluff, just sharp analysis, podcasts, and even crossword puzzles. Read offline, listen on the go, or watch short videos. It’s a news app that respects your time. Good for professionals and curious minds who want depth without the noise.
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Economist Official Introduction
The world is complex—and changing fast. The Economist app unlocks independent
reporting and news analysis from correspondents across the globe. Offering
articles, podcasts, short-form videos and more, our app is a simple way to make
sense of big news on the go. In a constantly changing landscape, know which way
is up with The Economist’s smart takes on the latest world news.
What does The Economist report on?
With expert journalists around the world, The Economist reports on US and world politics, economics, business, science, technology news and more. We go beyond the headlines, connecting the dots to explain the news today and implications for tomorrow.
Why choose The Economist app?
Get unlimited access to The Economist’s trusted, fact-checked reporting and analysis of the news, wherever you are. Our app gives you daily updates on the most important news stories shaping our world. Slightly irreverent and always sharp, our reporting has been forward-looking since 1843—and now it’s even easier to decode daily news developments with The Economist app. Install intelligence in a few taps. It’s more than just a news app—decode daily news developments in the format that suits you.
- Read global, fact-checked reporting and analysis of the news—daily
- Listen to award-winning podcasts and audio news articles
- Watch concise videos on important news topics
Get access to trusted news reporting, wherever you are:
- Download the weekly edition for offline reading—and listen with narrated articles
- Bookmark news articles to read later
- Listen to articles and podcasts to keep up with news stories on the go
Stay ahead on news stories daily and explore big topics deeply:
- Enjoy early access to The Economist’s weekly edition, ahead of print delivery
- Catch up quickly with The World in Brief for short news updates
- Explore short videos that distill big news topics
Listen to crucial reporting on news topics:
- Get ad-free podcasts on global issues and news events
- Go hands-free with professionally narrated articles
- Create an audio queue for a custom playlist of news analysis
Play news games to test your knowledge:
- Mini crossword: The Economist’s wordplay news puzzle
- Dateline history quiz: guess when news extracts were published in The Economist
- Pint-sized news quiz: have you been following the latest news headlines?
Enjoy additional features:
- Give articles to friends and family
- Read news analysis easily with adjustable text size
- Toggle dark mode
Economist Tips
The Economist - World News from The Economist Newspaper is hands down one of the best news apps for Android—no garbage clickbait, no fluff, just solid, in-depth reporting. I’ve spent weeks using it to catch up on global news, listen to audio stories on my commute, and brush up on my English, and it’s exactly what you want from a serious news app: authoritative, user-friendly, and way more useful than most free news garbage out there. It ain’t perfect, but it’s the gold standard for anyone who wants real news, not just headlines.
Let’s cut to the chase: This ain’t your average news app with endless scrolling and clickbait. It’s a mobile version of the iconic publication, packed with weekly updates, in-depth analysis, and a killer audio feature that lets you listen to stories on the go. You get access to sections like world news, business, politics, and even a dedicated China section—perfect for anyone who wants a global perspective without the noise. The interface is clean, no clutter, but it takes a minute to get used to if you’re new.
Now the real talk—what works and what don’t. The good: The reporting is top-tier, no bias, just facts and sharp analysis. The audio feature is seamless, with clear British accents that’re great for practicing English. It runs smooth on any Android phone, no lag, and the interface is clean once you learn it. No annoying ads, which is a huge win.
The bad: It’s not for casual news skimmers—you need a basic grasp of English to get the most out of it. The subscription is pricey, and free content is limited. Also, there’s no Chinese translation, which might be a bummer for some users.
