Ashley Armstrong

Ashley Armstrong is Business Editor at The Sun, where she delivers a punchy and lively take on significant business news that impacts readers while cutting through industry jargon. Known for her engaging writing style and clever puns, Ashley brings clarity to complex economic issues, especially during the ongoing cost of living crisis. She has adeptly broken down major events such as the mini-budget market meltdown, the energy crisis, and the economic impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

In her role, Ashley has facilitated direct conversations between readers and influential figures, including Governor Andrew Bailey of the Bank of England, discussing critical topics like interest rate hikes. She has also invited s, such as Sainsbury’s Simon Roberts, Marks & Spencer’s Stuart Machin, Primark’s Paul Marchant, and ITV’s Carolyn McCall, to guest edit the business section, providing invaluable insights to the publication's audience.

Exclusive stories include Ted Baker shutting all stores and disappearing from the high street, Carpetright filing for administration, Wetherpoons boss Tim Martin vowing not to hike price this year, and inside the water watchdog scandal that let firms build up huge debts while making millions.

Ashley is a familiar face on , Sky News, and  where she regularly shares her  on current business trends.

Before joining The Sun, Ashley served as  for five years, and as  for nearly seven years. Her career is marked by a respected track record of breaking major stories and securing exclusive interviews with industry heavyweights.

Her professional journey includes roles as a senior reporter covering market-moving news for Mergermarket and the Financial Times Group, and as a city reporter during the global financial crisis for City A.M. She holds an , and a BA Hons in English Literature from the

Ashley is passionate about demystifying business news for the everyday reader, ensuring that essential information is accessible and comprehensible to all.