News analysis template: explain the why behind the news
Analysis answers the reader’s question: why is this happening, and what does it mean? Byline structures the causes, the evidence, the expert views and the open questions.
How it works
Open News Analysis in your workspace and fill in what you know. Rough notes are fine; required fields are marked.
| You give | Example |
|---|---|
| News event / peg | Local currency hits a record low against the US dollar |
| Core question to answer | Why is the currency falling and what does it mean for ordinary families? |
| Background / history | Devalued 3 times since 2020, forex reserves at 1.3 months of imports, IMF programme suspended |
| Key factors / causes | Trade deficit, import-dependent economy, election spending, fuel subsidy removal |
| Expert / analyst perspectives (optional) | Economist says structural, IMF wants reforms, civil society blames governance |
| What it means / implications | Import prices rising 40%, school fees up, businesses struggling, debt burden increasing |
| What remains uncertain (optional) | Whether IMF programme will resume, how long depreciation continues |
| Target length (words) (optional) | 500, 700, 900, 1200 |
Press Write and the draft appears as it is written. Edit it, then save it, translate it, turn it into a script or social posts, or send it to your editor.
Tips
- Phrase the central question the way a reader would ask it.
- Include what is still unknown: it builds trust.
Accuracy first
Byline writes only from the facts you give it. It never invents quotes, sources or figures, and when something important is missing it marks the gap, like [CHECK: name of the spokesperson], for you to fill. You check every fact before publishing.
Questions
How long is an analysis?
Usually 800 to 1,200 words. Set the length you need.
Is the News Analysis template free?
It is included from the Pro Journalist plan. New accounts get a free trial with every template.
Which AI models can I use?
You can choose Claude, GPT, Gemini, Llama or Mistral, depending on your plan.
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