Business and Economy

Gold extends gains on lower oil and softer greenback, markets await US jobs data

A subdued US dollar makes greenback-priced metals more attractive to holders of other currenciesPublished Wed, Aug 5, 2026 · 09:46…

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US small businesses: Key facts and public views about small firms

A small-business owner organizes display tables at her yarn shop in Boston. (Erin Clark/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) Most…

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Why don’t more Americans work for Black-owned firms? Implications for increasing well-being

Summary Black Americans hold much less wealth than white Americans and other groups, as noted in benchmark data from the…

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7 Black-Owned Business Grants To Help You Thrive in 2024

1. Power Forward Small Business GrantFor: Black-owned businesses in New EnglandGrantor: Boston Celtics United, VistaPrint and NCAAPAmount: $25,000The Power Forward…

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How business leaders and civic partners in small and midsized U.S. cities can advance racial equity and inclusive economic growth

The Regional Inclusive Growth Network (RIGN) is a collaborative learning and action network designed to catalyze regional, cross-sector action to…

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U.S. Cities With The Most Black-Owned Businesses

The African American community is no stranger to entrepreneurship. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, Black Americans own 3.5 million…

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Shein discloses FTC probe into its US business, warns settlement could hit finances

Shein told investors that the Federal Trade Commission was investigating its U.S. business, adding a new complication as the ultra-fast-fashion…

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Trump wanted interest rate cuts to be ‘Rocket Fuel’ for the economy. He is losing that fight so far :: WRAL.com

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has been losing his own battle to cut interest rates. The president likes to…

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DC Black-owned business serving fresh food and drinks with agave

August is National Black Business Month, and this restaurant on Georgia Avenue NW is looking to bring farm-fresh food and…

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US plans $100k fee for foreign graduates seeking jobs, 360,000 Indian students likely to be hit: Report

The Donald Trump administration is considering placing a $100,000 fee on international students who want to work in the US…

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