Business Insider's Finance Editor Among Recent Layoffs

May 29, 2025 - 22:11

In a significant shift within its editorial team, Business Insider announced the layoff of finance editor Jeffrey Cane on Thursday. Cane, who had been with the publication since April 2022, expressed his appreciation for the vibrant newsroom environment in a heartfelt message on LinkedIn. He stated, “I loved working in such a positive, dynamic newsroom and will miss the reporters and editors there.”

Before joining Business Insider, Cane honed his skills at Barron’s, where he worked as a news and features editor. His departure marks a notable change for the finance section, which has relied on his expertise to cover complex financial topics and trends. The layoffs at Business Insider reflect broader challenges in the media industry, where many organizations are reevaluating their staffing needs in response to shifting market dynamics and audience engagement strategies. Cane's exit is a reminder of the ongoing transformations within the journalism landscape.