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Firearms
Understanding Maine's "yellow flag" gun law
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
Nov 1, 2023
Maine's gun laws are under scrutiny after the deadliest mass shooting in the state's history.
Gun retailers get a unique merchant code that could help flag suspicious sales
Sep 12, 2022
The financial services industry has a long history of spotting indicators of illegal activity in legal transactions.
Some companies that deal in firearms might surprise you — and their investors
by
Justin Ho
May 27, 2022
Some investors want to know whether they are putting their money into a portfolio that includes companies that sell guns and ammunition.
Since Sandy Hook killings a decade ago, Congress has put no limits on gun sales
by
Marketplace Staff
and David Gura
May 25, 2022
In the aftermath of the Sandy Hook shooting, Marketplace looked into background checks and gun purchases. We're revisiting some of that reporting today.
Obstacles for "smart guns" are about ideology more than technology
Aug 13, 2018
Startups are making firearms that only registered owners can use, but the weapons face a tough road to market.
Gun sales and stocks drop as big companies and individuals review investments
Mar 1, 2018
American Outdoor Brands, formerly known as Smith & Wesson, will report earnings after markets close today. The gun-maker’s stock price fell to a five-year low yesterday after Dick’s Sporting Goods said it would stop selling assault-style rifles. After the deadly high school shooting in Florida, many companies and consumers are looking to distance themselves from […]
Smith & Wesson asking shareholders to approve a name change
Dec 13, 2016
Shareholders vote Tuesday on whether to approve Smith & Wesson’s name change to “American Outdoor Brands.” The firearms unit will continue as Smith & Wesson — one of the most iconic American brands — but the name change for the parent company comes as it expands into outdoor camping gear. The old name might interfere […]