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To ensure optimal functionality, the Economist Espresso app needs access to the following services:
Full Network Access
This allows the app to download the latest issue and ensures you can read Espresso offline.
Control Vibration & Device Settings
The app sends a broadcast message to automatically download new content every morning. It may also wake your device if necessary, ensuring you have the latest updates available.
Google Play Billing Services
Required for managing monthly subscriptions through your Google Play account.
Phone Status and Location
The app requests access to your phone's status, approximate location (from networks), and precise location (via GPS and networks) in order to personalize your reading experience based on where you are.
The Economist Espresso is published every weekday and Saturday morning, with three separate editions tailored for the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The app is optimized for smartphones and tablets running Android 4.0 and above.
The Economist Espresso is part of The Economist, a weekly international publication that delivers independent reporting, commentary, and analysis on global current affairs, including business, finance, science and technology, culture, society, media, and the arts.
Daily Morning Briefing
Receive a concise news summary from The Economist editors, which outlines the global agenda for the day ahead.
Publishing Frequency
Espresso is published six days a week, from Monday to Saturday, and is usually available by 6 AM.
Regional Editions
Tailored regional editions are provided for the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Free Trial and Subscription
New readers can enjoy a free trial for 30 days, with subscriptions starting at just £4.99/$4.99 per month. If you already have a digital subscription to The Economist, simply log in to access Espresso.
Espresso offers a quick yet comprehensive overview of important global news, designed to take less than ten minutes to read each morning—making it an ideal way to prepare for the day ahead. The Economist provides award-winning analysis across various topics, covering regions such as the United States, Britain, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. For full access to daily and weekly analyses, download The Economist app.