Peter S. Goodman

Peter S. Goodman is a prominent journalist currently serving as the Global Economic Correspondent for The New York Times since August 2021. In this role, he focuses on connecting everyday concerns of individuals with broader global economic issues, including topics like work, equity, security, technology, privacy, and identity.1

Career Overview

• Previous Positions:
  • European Economic Correspondent at The New York Times (April 2016 - August 2021): Based in London, Goodman reported on European economic matters.
  • Global Editor-In-Chief at The International Business Times (March 2014 - April 2016): He transformed the news site into a leading platform for original reporting.
  • Executive Business and Global News Editor at The Huffington Post (November 2010 - March 2014): Oversaw multiple sections and launched a global news analysis site.
  • National Economic Correspondent and International Economic Correspondent at The Washington Post: Covered significant economic events and trends from various regions, including Asia and Latin America.

Education

Goodman holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Reed College and a Master's degree in Asian Studies/Civilization from the University of California, Berkeley.1

Publications

He authored the book How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain, which discusses contemporary challenges in global supply chains.23

Skills and Languages

Goodman is proficient in both Mandarin and Indonesian, alongside his native English.1 His extensive experience in economic journalism has established him as a key voice in understanding global economic dynamics.