Longtime Bloomberg News Editor Phil Kuntz Retires

Kuntz spent 18 years at the business news outlet after previous roles at The Wall Street Journal and other publications.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Phil Kuntz, an editor at Bloomberg News for the past 18 years, is retiring. His last day will be March 2. In an email to former colleagues, Kuntz wrote: "It's been quite a ride and an honor to work with each of you. You have taught me so much, and for that I am grateful."

Why it matters

Kuntz's retirement marks the end of an era at Bloomberg News, one of the world's leading business news organizations. His departure comes as the media industry continues to evolve, with veteran journalists like Kuntz leaving their posts.

The details

Prior to his 18 years at Bloomberg News, Kuntz spent 13 years at The Wall Street Journal, including three years as deputy money and investing editor. He also was assistant Washington bureau chief and a news editor. Kuntz also spent seven years as an investigative reporter at Congressional Quarterly and three years as a reporter for The Miami Herald. He is a University of Florida graduate.

  • Kuntz's last day at Bloomberg News will be March 2, 2026.
  • Kuntz has worked at Bloomberg News for the past 18 years.

The players

Phil Kuntz

An editor at Bloomberg News for the past 18 years who is retiring on March 2, 2026.

The Wall Street Journal

A leading business news publication where Kuntz previously spent 13 years, including as deputy money and investing editor, assistant Washington bureau chief, and news editor.

Congressional Quarterly

A news organization where Kuntz spent seven years as an investigative reporter.

The Miami Herald

A newspaper where Kuntz worked as a reporter for three years.

University of Florida

The university from which Kuntz graduated.

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What they’re saying

“It's been quite a ride and an honor to work with each of you. You have taught me so much, and for that I am grateful.”

— Phil Kuntz (Email to former colleagues)

The takeaway

Kuntz's retirement after nearly two decades at Bloomberg News highlights the evolving nature of the media industry, as veteran journalists depart leading business news outlets.