A thermoplastic composition includes a polyetherimide, a thermoplastic polyester elastomer comprising a hard segment comprising a polyester block, and a soft segment comprising a polyether block or a polyester block, and optionally, a polyester, one or more flame retardants, and one or more additives. Articles including the composition can include an extruded part, an injection molded part, or a hot-compressed part. Also described herein is an electrical wire including a conductor wire and a covering disposed over the conductor wire, wherein the covering includes the thermoplastic composition. Articles including the electrical wire are also discussed.