Jeanna Smialek

Jeanna Smialek covers the Federal Reserve and the state of the American economy at the New York Times. On top of covering breaking stories on interest rates, inflation and the job market, she has built a niche in explanatory journalism that aims to bridge the gap between the arcane and the down-to-earth. Smialek’s clear and engaging style has been recognized by the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing, and her pursuit of authentic stories of people navigating tough economic waters has shed light on why the economy can look so good for many people, while others struggle.