Denny Thomas
About Denny Thomas
Denny Thomas serves as the Chief Correspondent for Asia M&A at Thomson Reuters and as Deputy Bureau Chief for Canada at Reuters News Agency, both roles he has held since 2017 in Toronto. He has extensive experience in financial journalism, having previously worked in various capacities across Australia and Hong Kong.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Denny Thomas has been serving as the Chief Correspondent for Asia M&A at Thomson Reuters since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for reporting on mergers and acquisitions across the Asia region, excluding Japan. His tenure at Thomson Reuters has been marked by a focus on significant financial developments and trends within the Asian markets. In addition to his role as Chief Correspondent, he also holds the position of Deputy Bureau Chief for Canada at Reuters News Agency, where he has been active since 2017.
Background in Financial Reporting
Denny Thomas began his career in financial journalism by relocating to Sydney in June 2005, where he covered the Australian stock markets. His expertise in mergers and acquisitions developed further when he moved to Hong Kong in February 2010 as the Asia Financial Services correspondent. He was later appointed as the interim head of the Asia Investment Desk, where he led a team of deal reporters, enhancing his experience in the financial sector.
Achievements in Journalism
Denny Thomas has made notable contributions to financial journalism, including the launch of a popular stock market column called Street Signs at Business Standard, co-authored with colleague Santosh Nair. His leadership in reporting on M&A activities has been recognized, particularly during his promotion to Chief M&A Correspondent for Asia ex-Japan in December 2011, where he led a three-member deals team.
Education and Expertise
Denny Thomas studied at Kendriya Vidyalaya before pursuing higher education in Mass Communication and Media Studies. He achieved a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) degree, which provided him with a strong foundation in communication principles relevant to journalism. His educational background supports his extensive experience in financial reporting and analysis.