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Business and Economic News

The Super Bowl pop-up shop that isn't

The Super Bowl pop-up shop that isn't

Super Bowl visitors implore one downtown Minneapolis retailer to stay open after Sunday's big game. That, she says, will not be a problem.
by Tom Weber

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Teenagers are still eating Tide Pods, but don't expect a product redesign

Teenagers are still eating Tide Pods, but don't expect a product redesign

The pace of poisonings in the so-called Tide Pods Challenge continues to grow. The candy-like appearance of the packets draws easy criticism. Procter & Gamble says it's not planning a new design.
by Alina Selyukh

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Super Super Bowl economic impact? Depends who you ask

Super Super Bowl economic impact? Depends who you ask

The much-debated economic boost from the Super Bowl may fall well short of the hype — both for individual businesses and the region as a whole.
by Martin Moylan

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Minnesotans get on their Super Bowl side hustle

Minnesotans get on their Super Bowl side hustle

There's lots of money to be made in Minneapolis this weekend even if you can't catch a football.
by Max Nesterak

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U.S. Bank Stadium gets a makeover before the Super Bowl

U.S. Bank Stadium gets a makeover before the Super Bowl

U.S. Bank Stadium has been all but scrubbed of any traces of the Vikings, and it sports upgrades of everything from the turf to the security at the gate.
by Tim Nelson

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My Pillow Inc. accuses competitor of brand breach

The new suit seeks unspecified damages. It also asks a judge to order "the surrender and destruction" of IMP products that may violate trademark rules.
by The Associated Press

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U study: Wetlands key to keeping harmful nitrates out of waters

U study: Wetlands key to keeping harmful nitrates out of waters

A new University of Minnesota study found wetlands are providing a significant water quality benefit by keeping nitrates from crop fertilizer out of rivers.
by Kirsti Marohn

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The importance of creativity and innovation

The importance of creativity and innovation

Creativity and innovation are critical for generating dynamic economic growth in Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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