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Low inflation doesn't relieve pain of high prices
Feb 15, 2024
Consumers' inflation expectations are falling. But they say the high prices imposed by inflation are still eroding living standards.
Business leaders in Sweden share concern over wave of gun violence
by
Maddy Savage
Dec 11, 2023
A recent study for Stockholm's Chamber of Commerce found eight out of 10 businesses think it'll become more difficult to attract foreign talent, visitors and investors if the trend continues.
I've always wondered: how mint flavoring became associated with clean teeth
Sep 8, 2023
Listener Grant Cohoe says he's "not a fan of mint" and asks: "Why it is that mint is so ubiquitous in toothpaste, mouthwash and the like?"
Why big brands like Chipotle are heading to Small Town, U.S.A.
Jul 19, 2023
Restaurant chains are following people who've left cities since the pandemic, but the expansion presents challenges.
Anchor Brewing Company shuts down after 127 years
Jul 13, 2023
The brewery says inflation and increased competition are both to blame. But also? We’re just drinking less beer.
Brick-and-mortar casinos set another quarterly revenue record
by
Henry Epp
May 18, 2023
Sports wagering revenue is also up 70%, a sign of the gambling industry's strength.
For public good, not for profit.
After three turbulent years, supply chains are finally back to normal
by
Henry Epp
May 17, 2023
Three years after the start of the pandemic, inventories are down and supply chains are less volatile.
Google is going all-in to win the AI arms race
by
Matt Levin
May 11, 2023
The company's announcement of new AI product offerings this week adds new fuel to the fire.
Nearly half of small businesses believe the economy won’t improve in the next 6 months
by
Ali Budner
May 10, 2023
When it comes to sales, inventory, hiring, credit conditions and more, small business owners are wary.