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Family business
In the barge business, this year has been "consistent, predictable and profitable"
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sofia Terenzio
May 1, 2024
At Golding Barge Line in Vicksburg, Mississippi, volume and demand are stable, but rising prices continue to pose a challenge.
Breaking down the deals on “Succession”
by
Janet Nguyen
Dec 23, 2021
Many of the storylines reflect real-life business deals.
Moonshine enters the mainstream
by
Irina Zhorov
Apr 16, 2019
The once-illicit beverage has a new following.
Keeping the family recycling business afloat
by
Sean McHenry
Nov 29, 2018
There have been rough years before, but this year may be the toughest.
For small commercial fishermen in Alaska, the business can be boom or bust
by
Sean McHenry
Aug 22, 2018
Why one fisherman in Alaska won't leave the industry, despite the ups and downs.
My Economy: Leaving the big city life behind
May 8, 2018
One former journalist left the newsroom for the family business. The reason? A lower cost of living.
Family businesses and family drama
Jul 26, 2016
The greatest threat to family businesses is...the family. But it's also their greatest asset.
For public good, not for profit.
Recipe for success in family-owned fluff business
Jan 1, 2016
Marshmallow Fluff's creme product remains a holiday classic.
When daughters take over the family business
Feb 19, 2014
Women leading family businesses is five times higher than the late '90s.
Why family and business don’t mix: Freakonomics Radio
Jun 12, 2013
Freakonomics' Stephen Dubner has yet another reason to blame your parents for pretty much everything.