Sydney Ember
About Sydney Ember
Sydney Ember is a reporter at The New York Times, specializing in economic issues. She studied Magna Cum Laude in Comparative Literature at Brown University and previously worked as a Financial Markets Advisory Analyst at BlackRock.
Work at The New York Times
Sydney Ember has been a reporter at The New York Times since 2014. In this role, she specializes in reporting on economic issues, providing insights and analysis on various financial topics. Her tenure at the publication spans over ten years, during which she has covered significant events and trends in the economy.
Education and Expertise
Sydney Ember studied at Brown University, where she earned her A.B. in Comparative Literature, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2012. This educational background has equipped her with strong analytical and communication skills, which she applies in her reporting on economic issues.
Background
Before joining The New York Times, Sydney Ember worked at BlackRock as a Financial Markets Advisory Analyst from 2012 to 2013. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in financial markets, enhancing her understanding of economic dynamics that she later applied in her journalism career.
Coverage of the 2020 Election
During the 2020 election, Sydney Ember focused her reporting on Senator Bernie Sanders's presidential campaign. Her coverage contributed to the public's understanding of the economic implications of the campaign and the broader electoral landscape.