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Business and Economic News

Poll: Financial pain from pandemic 'much, much worse' than expected

Poll: Financial pain from pandemic 'much, much worse' than expected

In the largest U.S. cities, at least half of all households have seen a serious financial loss such as lost job, wages or savings. Many problems are concentrated in Black and Latino households.
by Joe Neel

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St. Paul set to close encampment above I-35E, relocate around 80 people

St. Paul set to close encampment above I-35E, relocate around 80 people

The city of St. Paul plans to clear its largest tent encampment Thursday, as it continues to try to find places for people to stay as the weather worsens.
by Nina Moini

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Andrew Yang on 'A Nation in Crisis: Polarization, Pandemic and Prejudice'

Andrew Yang on 'A Nation in Crisis: Polarization, Pandemic and Prejudice'

Andrew Yang speaks at the St. Olaf College Institute for Freedom and Community in a session titled, “A Nation in Crisis: Polarization, Pandemic, and Prejudice.”

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Personal finance in uncertain times

Personal finance in uncertain times

The economy — and our personal budgets — have had an interesting and challenging year so far. We turn to a financial coach to discuss why we should improve our understanding of money and credit and talk about a new MPR News podcast.
by Chris Farrell and Breann Schossow

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Amid a deep recession, outdoor equipment is flying off the shelves

Amid a deep recession, outdoor equipment is flying off the shelves

Kayaks and bicycles are now almost impossible to find in stores across the country. People who were able to keep their jobs and those who got expanded unemployment benefits have been driving demand.
by Ashish Valentine

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View from Duluth: Ursa Minor Brewing on the challenges ahead

View from Duluth: Ursa Minor Brewing on the challenges ahead

The transition into fall has many restaurant and bar owners in Minnesota worried. Cold weather will mean an end to patio dining, and scraping by on even a meager income this winter will be difficult.
by Cathy Wurzer and Britta Greene

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Zoom towns and the new housing market for the 2 Americas

Zoom towns and the new housing market for the 2 Americas

One America is living in a housing boom. The other needs support from the government or family for an affordable place to live.
by Greg Rosalsky

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