Peter Chapman is an accomplished journalist, editor, and author at the Financial Times with a masters in economics from the London School of Economics. A former foreign correspondent for the BBC and The Guardian in Latin America, he has authored books on major financial and corporate histories.
Outside of his journalism, Peter is a lifelong football enthusiast. Having played as a goalkeeper for Leyton Orient juniors in his youth, he continues to play five-a-side football. He grew up in North London and currently resides in South London with his family.
He has written extensively researched books on the controversial history of the United Fruit Company and the collapse of Lehman Brothers.
Peter Chapman
Journalist at Financial Times
London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Corporate History
Authored critically noted books detailing the histories of the United Fruit Company (“Bananas”) and Lehman Brothers (“The Last of the Imperious Rich”).
English Football
Wrote a memoir about the 1966 England World Cup victory and has a personal history of playing for Leyton Orient's junior teams as a goalkeeper.
Financial Crises
His book on Lehman Brothers provides a detailed history of the firm's rise and its central role in the 2008 financial crisis.
Media Appearances
Peter has no verified media appearances
Work History
10-1995
Journalist at Financial Times
Education
Peter has no verified education history
More Information
Social Presence :
Prographics :
Exp : 30
Location : London, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : N/A
Designation : Journalist at Financial Times
