The short answer
The registry records The Economist Digital Subscription as a possible interpretation of ECONOMIST* SUB. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of ECONOMIST* SUB mean?
- ECONOMIST * SUB
- Before the asterisk, "ECONOMIST" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "SUB" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why The Economist appears on your bill
Unreviewed registry note: The line item ECONOMIST* SUB on your banking statement corresponds to a recurring The Economist Digital Subscription issued by The Economist Newspaper Limited. Headquartered in London, the media organization distributes weekly international news and global economic commentary through its print and digital network.
Unreviewed registry note: If you do not recognize the charge, verify whether an active household member subscribed or if you signed up through an in-app checkout on an Apple or Google device. To stop recurring charges, log in to your account at economist.com to turn off auto-renew, or call their subscriber support team. If an unauthorized party used your card, contact your card issuer to request a chargeback.
- Unreviewed registry note: Monthly digital all-access subscription renewal ($29.90/month).
- Unreviewed registry note: Quarterly or annual subscription auto-renewal.
- Unreviewed registry note: Promotional trial conversion to standard subscription pricing.
- Check economist.com/account Unreviewed registry note: Log in at economist.com/me to view your subscription tier, billing period, and next charge date.
Frequently asked questions
What can the ECONOMIST* SUB lookup establish?
It provides a reference for this exact statement wording and the registry's recorded interpretation. It cannot establish that you authorized the payment or confirm the merchant from a name match. Inspect this entry's evidence status and compare the original transaction with your account records.
What should I ask my issuer about ECONOMIST* SUB?
Provide the exact descriptor, amount, date and pending or posted status. Ask which transaction system was used and which merchant or originator details are available. Explain any suspected error or unauthorized payment explicitly and keep the institution's response.
Independent reference — not affiliated with The Economist Newspaper Limited. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- The Economist Terms of Use https://www.economist.com
- CFPB: Subscription Billing Protections https://www.consumerfinance.gov
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