William Horobin
William Horobin is a journalist at Bloomberg News. He covers international trade and economic policy, with a focus on Europe. Prior to joining Bloomberg, he worked at The Wall Street Journal as a reporter in Brussels and Washington D.C., where he reported on the European Union and the U.S. government.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- William Horobin does not show any clear signs of bias in his reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
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- There are no conflicts of interest identified in William Horobin's reporting.
Contradictions
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- In the article 'Le Maire Urges Tariffs in Other Areas After EU Acts on China EVs', William Horobin reports that the tariffs on battery-electric cars from China will be implemented by July 4, according to the European Commission. However, he does not mention any contradictions or disagreements within this statement.
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- William Horobin does not employ any deceptive practices in his reporting.
Recent Articles
French Left-Wing Parties Form United Front Against Macron Ahead of Snap Election
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024France's major left-wing parties, including the Socialist party, Greens, Communists, and France Unbowed, have formed an alliance named the New Popular Front (NPF) to contest the snap election against President Emmanuel Macron's economic reforms. The coalition aims to present a united front with key policies such as reversing pension reforms and raising the minimum wage. French Left-Wing Parties Form United Front Against Macron Ahead of Snap Election
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024France's major left-wing parties, including the Socialist party, Greens, Communists, and France Unbowed, have formed an alliance named the New Popular Front (NPF) to contest the snap election against President Emmanuel Macron's economic reforms. The coalition aims to present a united front with key policies such as reversing pension reforms and raising the minimum wage. EU Imposes Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles: What Does This Mean for Tesla and the Industry?
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024The European Union (EU) will impose tariffs of up to 38.1% on electric vehicles imported from China, effective July 4, 2024, due to unfair subsidies. Tesla and other manufacturers may increase prices in Europe as a result. Chinese EV makers like BYD and Geely face criticism for dumping cheap goods but remain resilient with efficient manufacturing supply chains. The EU's actions are part of wider efforts to address Chinese overcapacity, fueling ongoing geopolitical tension. EU and US to Transfer Frozen Russian Assets Worth Billions to Ukraine for Military Aid and Rebuilding
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024The EU and US plan to use frozen Russian central bank assets, worth billions of dollars, to aid Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The EU's decision could provide up to €3 billion this year, while the US pushes for a $50 billion aid package at the G-7 meeting. Scholars endorse seizing these assets as reparations for Ukraine's rebuilding under the Repo Act.