Last Updated on September 2, 2023 by Admin
Francine Lacqua, an acclaimed London-based anchor, is a prominent figure at Bloomberg Television. As a co-anchor of the daily program “Bloomberg Surveillance” alongside Tom Keene, she provides invaluable insights on foreign policy, global markets, and the most significant business stories of the day.
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Lacqua’s exceptional skills also shine in her role as the anchor of “Leaders with Lacqua,” a special series where she engages in insightful conversations with top CEOs, entrepreneurs, and public figures. Furthermore, she hosts the weekly program “ETF IQ Europe.”
Having joined Bloomberg in 2000, Lacqua has an extensive track record of covering major international events. She has reported from prestigious gatherings such as the World Economic Forum in Davos, the IMF in Washington, G20 meetings, EU Leaders Summits, and OPEC conferences.
During the Italian and French elections, Lacqua spearheaded Bloomberg Television’s comprehensive coverage, conducting interviews with cabinet members and offering a unique perspective on the unfolding political landscape.
Throughout her career, Lacqua has had the privilege of interviewing influential personalities, including French President Emmanuel Macron, ECB President Christine Lagarde, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, billionaire financier George Soros, and former ECB President Mario Draghi.
She has also engaged in discussions with finance ministers from prominent countries such as South Korea, Russia, France, Mexico, Italy, and Greece. Lacqua’s expertise extends to moderating televised debates at the World Economic Forum in Davos and the European Economic Governance package.
In recognition of her contributions, Lacqua was honored with the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy (Cavaliere dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia) in 2018. This prestigious decoration, presented by the Italian Ambassador on behalf of the president of Italy, celebrates Italians residing abroad who promote national prestige and foster cooperation with the nation.
Lacqua’s outstanding achievements have earned her multiple accolades. In 2013, she was awarded “International TV Personality of the Year” at the AIB Media Awards, following her nominations in 2009 and 2010. Lacqua was also part of the Bloomberg team that received the OPEC award for “Public Interest Reporting” in 2012.
Educationally, Lacqua holds an LLB in English law from King’s College London, and she completed her undergraduate studies at the Sorbonne. Her fluency in French and Italian enhances her ability to connect with a diverse range of individuals and navigate international conversations with ease. Francine Lacqua’s expertise, profound insights, and engaging interview style have solidified her status as a respected anchor and journalist in the world of business and finance.