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Financial Times: Business News

News & Magazines The Financial Times Limited ⭐ 4.50 1,000,000+

Trusted global reporting on business, politics, finance, the arts and beyond.

Version 2.291.0-snapshot.18.4067298518520.4768+e86b431 10.9 MB Everyone

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Permissions Explained 20 permissions requested View details

This app requests 20 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status Permission What it means Why it may be used User safety note
ℹ️ Review Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Allows the app to send notifications to the device. Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls. Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
Common Internet access android.permission.INTERNET Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services. Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates. Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
Common View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network. Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality. Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review Authenticate Accounts android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Manage Accounts android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Foreground Service Media Playback android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Write Sync Settings android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Read Sync Settings android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running. Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks. Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
ℹ️ Review Vending Billing com.android.vending.BILLING This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive Read phone state android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Allows the app to access phone status and device-related information. Used for call handling, carrier services, device identification, account security, or playback interruption handling. Sensitive permission. Review whether the app has a clear phone-related reason.
ℹ️ Review Gms Permission Ad Id com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review C2dm Permission Receive com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Finsky Permission Bind Get Install Referrer Service com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Access Adservices Attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Access Adservices Ad Id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Receive Boot Completed android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Com Ft News Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.ft.news.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About Financial Times: Business News

Empower your ambitions with the Financial Times’ unrivalled, globally focused journalism. WHAT’S FREE? Download for free and access all podcasts, all videos, the FT Crossword, markets & finance blog “Alphaville” and 3 articles of your choice per month without any payment. FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE: • Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888. • Unbiased reporting: Expert comment and analysis on world news, business, politics, economics, finance, companies and more • Thought-provoking journalism: Explore the arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology news and more with a unique FT voice • Market Insights: Monitor real-time stock prices, charts, equities screeners, and global market news •Personalised news: Follow topics important to you by curating your own feed with MyFT LISTEN, WATCH, READ: • Podcasts, including News Briefing and FT Weekend • Articles read by AI • Available with Apple CarPlay for news on the go • Offline Reading: Save articles and editions for offline reading anywhere, anytime • Video: Compelling insights through video journalism JOIN THE CONVERSATION: •Engage and Share: Join the conversation in the comments, or share and gift news stories HAVE A SUBSCRIPTION? • Go beyond free access with discounts and offers in the app • Choose from access levels based on your content needs • Current subscribers log in for seamless access IS THE FT FOR YOU? Whether you're an economist analysing global trends, a stockbroker navigating market shifts, a business leader staying ahead of financial news, or a curious mind exploring politics, culture, and the forces shaping our world, the Financial Times offers world-class insights to inspire, inform, and push you further in your ambitions. From Wall Street to Hong Kong, from New York to London, FT covers not just markets and finance, but also global affairs, technology, climate policy, and industry leading social research. Whether you're unpacking the impact of elections, exploring cultural shifts, or following scientific breakthroughs, our innovative approach to news brings you deeper analysis and fresh perspectives. With reporting from over 50 countries, opinion pieces, long-form features, and expert commentary on everything from diplomacy to digital transformation, FT is for those who think beyond the headlines. Whether you're planning your next departure to a cultural capital, exploring new culinary experiences, or seeking fresh literary insights, stay ahead of the conversation with FT. Terms and conditions apply. Read them at ft.com/terms We respect your privacy. Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy

What Financial Times: Business News Is Used For

Financial Times: Business News appears to be a phone news app for reading and listening to reporting from the Financial Times. Based on the metadata, people commonly use it to follow business, finance, politics, economics, and global affairs, along with coverage of topics like technology, climate policy, the arts, and markets. It also includes podcasts, videos, a crossword, and a markets and finance blog, so it may serve both as a daily news reader and a deeper analysis app.

The app seems especially useful for users who want a personalized news feed, offline reading, and market-focused updates such as stock prices, charts, and global market news. The listed permissions suggest functions like notifications, account sign-in, syncing, and media playback, which fit a subscription news app that can send alerts, remember preferences, and stream audio or video. Based on the metadata, it may be used on the go, including with Apple CarPlay support for listening in the car.

Common uses

  • Read business, finance, and world news in a mobile format
  • Follow markets with stock prices, charts, and finance updates
  • Listen to podcasts and read articles through audio playback options
  • Save stories or editions for offline reading
  • Personalize the feed with topics you want to track
  • Use the crossword and blog content alongside news coverage
  • Get notifications for timely updates and breaking stories
Best for:
daily news readers business professionals market watchers podcast listeners subscription news users

App Details

Package:
com.ft.news
Developer:
The Financial Times Limited
Version:
2.291.0-snapshot.18.4067298518520.4768+e86b431
Updated:
Mar 20, 2026
Min Android:
8.0
Age Rating:
Everyone
Contains Ads:
Yes
In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

  • Official listing available on Google Play
  • Package name: com.ft.news
  • Age rating: Everyone

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