David Barden Joins New Street Research as Partner and Head of North America Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure

LONDON and NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- New Street Research, the leading independent research boutique focused on global Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) sectors, today announced that David Barden will join the firm as a Partner and lead its North America Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure research team.

Barden brings more than 30 years of global sell-side research expertise to New Street. He most recently served as Head of U.S. and Canada Communications Research at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and is consistently ranked among the industry's top analysts, including a double Institutional Investor All-America ranking in 2024.

Barden succeeds Jonathan Chaplin, who will join Comcast as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Investments for the Connectivity & Platforms division. Chaplin joined New Street in 2012 and guided its evolution from a telecom-focused boutique into one of the world's leading independent research firms covering the entire TMT landscape.

Iain Johnston, Chairman of New Street Research, said:

"David is an outstanding analyst, recognized across multiple investor surveys for the value he delivers to the buy-side. His breadth of experience will significantly expand our coverage in both equity and high-yield products and further strengthen our global communications research franchise."

At New Street, Barden will build on the success of an established team that includes Phil Burnett, Vikash Harlalka, and Bruno Marin, broadening the firm's coverage, enhancing client engagement, and deepening corporate access. He will collaborate closely with Blair Levin on policy and regulatory research.  He will also collaborate closely with José Javier Anguis Horno and the data analytics team in the development and commercialization of proprietary data sets. 

David Barden said:

"Joining New Street Research is a thrilling opportunity. I have long admired the firm's independence and its commitment to original, high-quality insights for institutional clients. I look forward to building on our already strong global platform, broadening coverage, and helping clients navigate the rapidly evolving digital infrastructure landscape."

Jonathan Chaplin added:

"Over the past decade, we've built an incredible team, and together we developed a unique approach to research distinguished by uncommon insights delivered to clients that invest across the capital structure in public and private markets. With David's leadership, new relationships, and fresh perspectives, I am confident the team's best work lies ahead. Our clients will find even greater value in the next chapter of New Street's growth."

About New Street Research

New Street Research is the leading independent research boutique specializing in the global TMT sectors. The firm partners with institutional investors to deliver differentiated insights and actionable ideas that guide decision-making. Coverage spans Communications Services, Technology Infrastructure, Internet, and Policy & Regulation.

New Street invests heavily in talent, proprietary data, and research capabilities to provide clients with world-leading financial and industry perspectives.

Media Contacts

• Iain Johnston, Chairman — [email protected] | +44 79 7386 9663
• James Ratzer, Partner — [email protected] | +44 20 7375 9125
• David Barden, Partner — [email protected] | +1 475 655 0644

SOURCE New Street Research