The Economist vs Bloomberg

Side-by-side comparison of price, value, cancellation difficulty, and retention offers.

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The Economist

£20.00/mo

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Bloomberg

$34.99/mo

The Economist is cheaperThe Economist more offers
The EconomistMetricBloomberg
£20.00/moCurrent price$34.99/mo
£14.99/moPrice at launch$19.99/mo
2 (+33%)Price increases3 (+75%)
Moderate
Cancellation difficulty
Moderate
Very LikelyRetention offer likelihoodPossible
4 availableFree alternatives5 available

Our Verdict

The Economist is £14.99 cheaper per month than Bloomberg, saving you £179.88 per year. The Economist has had smaller price increases over time, making it a more stable choice.

Which should you cancel?

Bloomberg costs more and has a reasonable chance of offering a retention deal if you try to cancel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, The Economist or Bloomberg?

The Economist is cheaper at £20.00/mo compared to Bloomberg at $34.99/mo.

Which is easier to cancel, The Economist or Bloomberg?

Both services have the same cancellation difficulty rating of 3/5.

Which has better retention offers, The Economist or Bloomberg?

The Economist has a high likelihood of offering a retention deal, while Bloomberg has a medium likelihood.

Has The Economist raised prices more than Bloomberg?

The Economist has raised prices by 33% since launch, while Bloomberg has raised prices by 75%.