These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias.  They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes.  These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.

• Overall, we rate IBT UK Left-Center Biased due to story selection that slightly favors left-leaning narratives. We rate the outlet Mostly Factual because it generally relies on credible sourcing and accurate reporting, despite occasional sensationalism and a documented failed fact check associated with the broader International Business Times brand.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-3.2)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (3.0)
Country: United Kingdom
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY

History

Founded in 2006, International Business Times (IBT) is an online news publication with multiple regional editions, including the United Kingdom. According to the IBT UK website, the outlet provides coverage of business, economics, politics, technology, and global affairs, tailored to UK and international audiences. IBT UK operates under the same brand and corporate umbrella as the U.S. edition, sharing a similar editorial structure and content strategy.

Read our profile on the UK media and government.

Funded by / Ownership

IBT UK is owned by IBT Media, which rebranded as Newsweek Media Group in 2017 following its 2013 acquisition of Newsweek. The founders of IBT Media are Etienne Uzac and Johnathan Davis. Newsweek has reported that Etienne Uzac and the company’s finance director, Marion Kim, stepped down after a long-term financial fraud investigation. IBT UK is funded primarily through online advertising and functions as part of the broader Newsweek Media Group network.

Analysis / Bias

IBT UK reflects the broader International Business Times editorial model, publishing a mix of business, political, and general-interest news alongside attention-grabbing and tabloid-style stories. While headlines can emphasize sensational elements, the majority of articles rely on reporting from established news organizations and wire services.

IBT UK occasionally sources from factually mixed outlets, but most reporting is grounded in verifiable information. Political coverage and story selection tend to lean slightly left of center, particularly on social and political topics, though outright partisan framing is generally limited.

Failed Fact Checks

• A previously published false claim by International Business Times was identified by fact-checkers:

Overall, we rate IBT UK Left-Center Biased due to story selection that slightly favors left-leaning narratives. We rate the outlet Mostly Factual because it generally relies on credible sourcing and accurate reporting, despite occasional sensationalism and a documented failed fact check associated with the broader International Business Times brand. (D. Van Zandt 01/20/2025)

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/