March 12, 2026
LONDON, MARCH 12, 2026 - CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, today announced two appointments joining its international digital newsroom in London.
Joseph Wilkins joinsas a Reporter for CNBC Pro, contributing to market‑moving digital reporting, real‑time analysis and live blog coverage for CNBC’s premium subscription product. Based in London, he will help deliver fast, accurate and insightful journalism for professional investors across Europe.
Wilkins joins from the Financial Times, where he most recently served as Chief Reporter for FT Adviser’s Asset Allocator, following roles as Funds Correspondent, and Markets Fellow at Business Insider, covering global macro trends, stock movers, currencies and commodities. He holds a Master’s in Global Financial Journalism from City, University of London, a degree in Economics and Politics from the University of Bath, and the Investment Management Certificate (IMC).
Mike Sheen joins as Markets & Finance Editor, overseeing CNBC International’s coverage of global markets, banks, deals and corporate finance across EMEA. Also based in London, he will manage a team of specialist reporters and drive breaking news, exclusives and high‑impact financial coverage for CNBC’s global audiences.
Sheen brings extensive newsroom leadership experience, joining from This Is Money where he served as News Editor. His prior roles include News Editor and Deputy News Editor at Investment Week, following reporting roles covering global fund management. He trained at the Press Association and has a track record in financial, markets and business journalism.
Spriha Srivastava, Vice President & Executive Editor, Digital, CNBC International said: “We are delighted to welcome Joseph and Mike to CNBC. Their combined experience in markets, finance and premium digital journalism strengthens our ability to deliver sharp, authoritative and trusted coverage for our audiences across platforms.”
These appointments further enhance our ability to break news and provide high-value insight at a time when global markets are moving faster than ever.”
About CNBC:
CNBC is the recognized global leader in business and financial news, reaching half a billion people every month across all platforms. With headquarters in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, CNBC delivers real-time coverage of financial markets, breaking news, exclusive interviews, expert analysis on stocks and trading, and in-depth reports on the forces shaping the global economy. CNBC’s mission is to help business leaders, the financial community, and anyone with assets to invest or protect make informed decisions and stay ahead.
CNBC connects with audiences through a comprehensive portfolio that includes live global TV programming, digital destinations such as CNBC.com, CNBC Make It, and CNBC Select, and subscription services like CNBC+, CNBC Pro, and the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer. Premium content is also available through live events, councils, mobile apps, podcasts, newsletters, social media, and across digital video and voice platforms.
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Media Contacts
Eden Kyle
CNBC International
eden.kyle@versantmedia.com
Leo Maxwell
CNBC International
leo.maxwell@versantmedia.com
