Oliver Shah is a leading voice in British business journalism and the founder of Newcome Advisory. Known for his ability to unpick complex corporate stories and communicate them with clarity and authority, he is regularly invited to speak at conferences and moderate high-level discussions. His engaging style and sharp insight make him a compelling presence on stage, whether exploring the global economy or reflecting on the forces shaping the nation’s business landscape.
Oliver’s career began after completing a degree in English Literature at the University of Cambridge and a postgraduate diploma in newspaper journalism at City, University of London. He entered the industry in 2005 as a reporter at Adfero before moving to Financial Times Business, where he became chief reporter and investment adviser. His reporting talent quickly gained recognition, leading him to City AM in 2009, before joining The Sunday Times the following year. Over the next decade, he rose through the ranks to become Business Editor and Associate Editor, where his in-depth analysis and leadership transformed the paper’s business section into a benchmark for authoritative journalism.
His investigative work earned him multiple accolades, including Business Journalist of the Year at both The Press Awards and the London Press Club Awards in 2017. In 2018, Penguin published his first book, 'Damaged Goods', which examined Sir Philip Green, the collapse of BHS and the wider decline of the high street, cementing his reputation as one of the UK’s foremost business writers. Alongside his editorial role, Oliver contributed regularly to Times Radio and appeared across BBC and Sky platforms to provide commentary. More recently, he has launched Newcome Advisory, offering independent, board-level media advice to companies and investors, while also serving as a trustee of the Wincott Foundation.
Audiences value Oliver for his ability to blend investigative rigour with sharp analysis of leadership, markets and policy. As a speaker, he brings the same energy and authority that defined his journalism, drawing on years of experience covering the most significant business stories of recent decades. Whether moderating discussions or delivering keynote insights, he is hired for his credibility, clarity and ability to engage decision-makers with both detail and vision.
