Financial Reporter

Asian News International (ANI); Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ANI News is seeking a dynamic Financial Reporter to cover business, finance, economy and markets, with an emphasis on stock movements, RBI policy, corporate developments and financial regulations. You will develop exclusive stories through interviews with economists, analysts and policymakers.

You should bring 3–10 years of experience in financial journalism, strong writing skills, and the ability to analyze statements and data. Flexibility for weekend shifts and tight deadlines is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in financial journalism or economic reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and policies.
• Excellent news-writing and reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and market data.
• Proven research, verification and fact-checking abilities.
• Established contacts with industry experts is an advantage.
• Ability to identify news angles and deliver exclusives.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle breaking news.
• Flexibility to work in rotational shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Cover financial markets, stock market movements, banking, corporate developments, business and economic affairs.
• Track and report on key economic indicators, RBI policies, government announcements, Union Budget and financial regulations.
• Develop news stories, conduct interviews and gather information from industry experts, economists, financial analysts, corporate leaders and policymakers.
• Monitor domestic and international financial markets and identify important business and economic developments.
• Cover breaking financial news and provide timely updates on market movements and major corporate announcements.
• Research, verify and analyse financial data, reports, statements and official documents.
• Develop exclusive stories, news reports, explainers and analytical pieces on financial and economic developments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry sources, corporate communications teams, financial institutions and market experts.
• Coordinate with editorial and production teams to deliver accurate and engaging news content across platforms.
• Ensure factual accuracy, editorial integrity and adherence to newsroom deadlines.

Skills

Financial journalism

News writing

Analytical thinking

Interpreting financial statements

Strong communication

Industry contacts

Deadline driven

Rotational shifts

Education

Degree in Journalism or Economics

Job description

ANI News is looking for a dynamic and well-informed Financial Reporter to cover business, finance, economy and financial markets. The candidate should have a strong understanding of economic developments, corporate affairs, stock markets and financial policies, along with excellent news-gathering and reporting skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover financial markets, stock market movements, banking, corporate developments, business and economic affairs.
• Track and report on key economic indicators, RBI policies, government announcements, Union Budget and financial regulations.
• Develop news stories, conduct interviews and gather information from industry experts, economists, financial analysts, corporate leaders and policymakers.
• Monitor domestic and international financial markets and identify important business and economic developments.
• Cover breaking financial news and provide timely updates on market movements and major corporate announcements.
• Research, verify and analyse financial data, reports, statements and official documents.
• Develop exclusive stories, news reports, explainers and analytical pieces on financial and economic developments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry sources, corporate communications teams, financial institutions and market experts.
• Coordinate with editorial and production teams to deliver accurate and engaging news content across platforms.
• Ensure factual accuracy, editorial integrity and adherence to newsroom deadlines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in financial journalism, business reporting, economic reporting or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, business news, banking, corporate affairs and economic policies.
• Excellent news-writing, reporting and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret financial statements, market data, economic reports and business trends.
• Strong research, analytical and fact-checking abilities.
• Established contacts with financial experts, industry leaders, economists and corporate representatives will be an advantage.
• Ability to identify news angles and deliver exclusive stories.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle breaking news situations.
• Flexibility to work in rotational shifts, including weekends, as per newsroom requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with experience in leading news channels, financial publications, business news platforms or media organisations will be preferred.
• A degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Economics, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline is desirable.
• Prior experience covering stock markets, corporate developments, banking and economic policy will be an added advantage.
• Candidates with strong industry sources and a good understanding of the Indian financial ecosystem will be preferred.