# Financial Times: Business News — Daily UK & Global Market News

> Global business and financial news, market insights, and expert analysis. (iPhone/iPad app by Financial Times Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/financial-times-business-news/id1200842933 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Financial Times Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/322310071)
- Category: News, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 24,113 App Store ratings · 721 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.4 · 92 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/financial-times-business-news/id1200842933/reviews.md

## What is Financial Times?

Empower your ambitions with the Financial Times’ unrivalled, globally focused journalism. 

Enjoy for free: All podcasts including The Story of Money and FT News Briefing, markets data, our luxury lifestyle magazine How To Spend It and a daily challenge with our crossword puzzles.

FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888.
• Unbiased reporting: Expert comment and analysis on world news, business, politics, economics, finance, companies and more
• Thought-provoking journalism: Explore the arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology news and more with a unique FT voice
• Market Insights: Monitor real-time stock prices, charts, equities screeners, and global market news
•Personalised news: Follow topics important to you by curating your own feed with MyFT

LISTEN, WATCH, READ: 
• Podcasts, including News Briefing and FT Weekend
• Articles read by AI
• Available with Apple CarPlay for news on the go
• Offline Reading: Save articles and editions for offline reading anywhere, anytime
• Video: Compelling insights through video journalism 

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: 
•Engage and Share: Join the conversation in the comments, or share and gift news stories

HAVE A SUBSCRIPTION?
• Go beyond free access with discounts and offers in the app 
• Choose from access levels based on your content needs
• Current subscribers log in for seamless access

IS THE FT FOR YOU?
 Whether you're an economist analysing global trends, a stockbroker navigating market shifts, a business leader staying ahead of financial news, or a curious mind exploring politics, culture, and the forces shaping our world, the Financial Times offers world-class insights to inspire, inform, and push you further in your ambitions.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, from New York to London, FT covers not just markets and finance, but also global affairs, technology, climate policy, and industry leading social research. Whether you're unpacking the impact of elections, exploring cultural shifts, or following scientific breakthroughs, our innovative approach to news brings you deeper analysis and fresh perspectives.

With reporting from over 50 countries, opinion pieces, long-form features, and expert commentary on everything from diplomacy to digital transformation, FT is for those who think beyond the headlines. Whether you're planning your next departure to a cultural capital, exploring new culinary experiences, or seeking fresh literary insights, stay ahead of the conversation with FT.

Terms and conditions apply.  Read them at ft.com/terms
We respect your privacy.  Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy

## Key features

- Global business and financial journalism
- Market insights and stock tracking
- Personalized news feeds (MyFT)
- Podcasts and video content
- Offline reading
- FT Crossword

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Digital | $75.00 | per month |
| Premium Digital | $719.00 | per year |
| Standard Digital | $429.00 | per year |
| Standard Digital | $45.00 | per month |
| Premium Digital | $75.00 | per month |
| FT Edit | $4.99 | per month |
| FT Edit | $49.00 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #58 in Top Free · News (US App Store)
- #16 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)

## What do users think of Financial Times?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌟 High-quality journalism
- 🗞️ Comprehensive global coverage
- 🎧 Useful audio features
- 📚 Excellent book reviews
- 🌍 Insightful analysis of world events

**Cons**

- 🐞 Stability issues and crashes
- ⏱️ Slow performance and input lag
- 🔍 Difficulty navigating and finding content
- 🔒 Frustrating login and subscription management
- 🌓 Lack of automatic dark mode

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Audio playback not working
- Scrolling issues and content freezing
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices
- Subscription and paywall problems

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved offline reading experience
- Better article sharing functionality
- Personalized content recommendations
- Centralized user comment management

## Recent user reviews (10 of 721)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/financial-times-business-news/id1200842933/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Basic .. buggy .. ok

*2026-08-24, version 1.113*

It’s ok does the job. One of those where the account management stuff is an embedded web page so doesn’t really fix things in the app properly , looks like it was made on the cheap . 

Oh also you can contact help but by the time they reply it times out and you can’t get back to your chat session rendering the help system utterly useless 

For the price of an FT subscription you’d expect an app of much higher quality than this hastily put together hodgepodge of app/website … disappointing but I guess does the core job ok but nothing more

### 4/5 — Good journalism, conservative audience

*2026-08-19, version 1.113*

I read the comments section to see the input of other readers to gain additional information about an article. I’ve come across a number of  misogynistic comments, which go unchecked and are met with likes, not rebuttals.

### 1/5 — Inflation hits the FT too

*2026-08-12, version 1.113*

Subscriber since 2006. Quality is half what it was. Articles that are advertisements, comments lacking depth.  Once we read along with political leaders and leaders of industry whose comments have weight and depth to the articles. Now this are rare replaced mostly by echo chamber huzzah! Its time for an alternative 
FT could lead significant role in illuminating financial shenanigans but is beholden to advertising $ and  bully pulpit in the US.

### 4/5 — The only paper worth it!

*2026-08-12, version 1.113*

I’m a 70 year old retired hedge fund manager. I Retired 24 years ago. This paper is the best. It covers almost everything I care about. Thanks

### 5/5 — Why can’t I extract and zoom on photos?

*2026-08-07, version 1.113*

See title, my only critique of the app.

### 5/5 — Essential reading

*2026-08-05, version 1.113*

Quality journalism, brilliant and diverting Weekend Edition, fast App.

### 5/5 — Wide view of the market

*2026-07-30, version 1.112*

Excellent publication, with wide and varied opinions. I find a very insightful.

### 5/5 — The World’s Greatest Newspaper

*2026-07-23, version 1.112*

Unmatched.

### 5/5 — Simply the best

*2026-07-20*

When you are tired of the overwhelming nonsense in the rest of the media

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review. We’re really pleased to hear you’re enjoying the FT App and our journalism.
It’s great to know the app is helping you stay informed, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

### 1/5 — RIP off after introduction

*2026-07-19, version 1.112*

As above

## Frequently asked questions about Financial Times

### What kind of news does the Financial Times app provide?

The app offers in-depth, globally focused journalism covering world news, business, politics, economics, finance, companies, arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, and technology. It provides expert comment, analysis, and opinion pieces.

### What content is available for free?

Users can download the app for free and access all podcasts, all videos, the FT Crossword, the 'Alphaville' markets and finance blog, and up to 3 articles per month without payment.

### How can I get more than 3 free articles per month?

To access more content beyond the free limit, users can choose from different subscription levels offered within the app. Current subscribers can log in for seamless access to their chosen plan.

### Can I read articles offline?

Yes, the app supports offline reading. You can save articles and editions to read them anywhere, anytime, even without an internet connection.

### Is the app available on different devices?

While specific device compatibility isn't detailed, the app is designed for mobile use and is mentioned as being available with Apple CarPlay for news on the go, suggesting broad mobile platform support.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.113 — 2026-08-05

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.112 — 2026-07-02

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.111 — 2026-06-04

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.110 — 2026-05-19

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.109 — 2026-04-23

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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