John Cassidy (author)

John Cassidy is a British journalist and author, known for his writing on economics, finance, and politics. He is a staff writer at The New Yorker magazine, where he has covered a wide range of topics including the 2008 financial crisis, income inequality, globalization, and the European debt crisis.

Cassidy's work is characterized by its accessible yet in-depth analysis of complex economic and political issues. He often critiques prevailing economic orthodoxies and explores alternative perspectives.

His published books include:

• Dot.con: How America Lost Its Mind and Money in the Internet Bubble (2002): A critical examination of the dot-com bubble and its aftermath.
• How Markets Fail: The Logic of Economic Calamities (2009): An exploration of the historical recurrence of market failures and the limitations of free-market ideology.
• J.P. Morgan: Banker to a World at War (2024): A biography of J.P. Morgan and his role during World War I.

Cassidy has also contributed articles to various other publications and frequently appears as a commentator on television and radio. He is a respected voice in contemporary economic and political discourse.