Business and Economic News

Re-examining Minnesota's headquarters economy
For decades, Minnesota has been a hub for Fortune 500 companies. University of Minnesota professor Myles Shaver is tracking how the landscape is changing for big business.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ scores Marvel's first $100 million box office opening of 2025
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is topping the domestic box office charts in its first weekend in theaters. The Walt Disney Co. said Sunday that it earned an estimated $118 million from North American theaters.
Corporate America is having a weird tariff summer
Some big companies are reporting real financial pain from tariffs and economic uncertainty — but for others, business is booming.
Home sales are down. So why are prices at an all-time high?
Those with equity in a home can trade up more easily, while many first-time homebuyers are still stuck on the sidelines.
Trump administration approves sale of CBS parent company Paramount
The Federal Communications Commission approved the sale of Paramount Global after the buyer made pledges to showcase a diversity of viewpoints and root out alleged bias in CBS’ news coverage.
Minneapolis kicks off Black Business Week
Minneapolis’ annual Black Business Week kicks off Thursday afternoon, with several workshops, markets and events showcasing Black-owned businesses.