Business Groups Decry Pro-Union Bill
A new House bill seeks to make the process easier for employees to unionize. Read story
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This Week's Economic Roundup
Consumer confidence hits highest level in six years; personal income and spending rise. Read story
EntrepreneurshipWeek USA Kicks Off with Workshops, Networking Opportunities
The first-ever educational event is designed to promote business ownership among high-school and college students. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Rising consumer prices spark renewed concerns over inflation; winter storms cut into chain-store sales. Read story
House Passes Small-Business Tax Cuts, Making Minimum-Wage Increase Likely
The bill is part of ongoing negotiations between the House and Senate over the first wage increase in a decade. Read story
John Kerry: Back in Charge
Ruling out another presidential run, John Kerry has chosen to focus on his day job in the Senate -- including chairmanship of the Committee on Small Business... Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Small-business owners plan to add more jobs; weaker housing market drives consumer spending down. Read story
House Committee Approves Small-Business Tax Cuts
The $1.3 billion package is intended to rally support for an increase to the federal minimum wage. Read story
Lawmakers Assail SBA's Proposed Budget
Democrats contend that President Bush is shortchanging the Small Business Administration. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Super Bowl snacks send retail sales higher; service sector continues to expand. Read story
Start-Ups Key to States' Economic Success
New small businesses are the most important factor in driving personal income, employment, and other factors, research shows. Read story
The Super Bowl's Real Winners
Our panel of marketing gurus highlight the best (Snickers' kissing mechanics) and worst (CareerBuilder's survivalists) of this year's Super Bowl ads. Read story
Democrats on Capitol Hill Tangle Over Minimum-Wage Increase
While both houses have passed a wage hike, the Senate version also pushes for small-business tax breaks. Read story
The Best Ads $2.6 Million Can Buy?
Forget Madison Avenue. Super Bowl advertisers are drawing their inspiration from YouTube this year. Read story
Connecticut, Delaware Named Best States for Entrepreneurs
The Corporation for Enterprise Development's annual report card examines business performance and capacity for growth. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Improving job market sends consumer confidence slightly higher; private construction projects dip. Read story
Healthy Debate Over Bush Health-Care Plan
Small-business groups and labor advocates clash as opponents say proposed tax breaks will leave more employees without health insurance. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Outlook for labor and housing markets picks up; chain-store sales post gains. Read story
Minimum Wage Increase Stalls in Senate
Citing a lack of protections for small businesses, Republicans block a measure to raise the federal minimum wage without including tax cuts for employers. Read story
For Specialty Retailers, Love Is in the Air
Americans now spend more than $13 billion on Valentine's Day. That's good news for companies that make teddy bears, chocolates, and other romantic gifts. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Small-business owners more upbeat; consumer and producer prices rising. Read story
More Women Find Flexible Work Schedules
More professionals are finding a way to achieve work-life balance without giving up pay, according to a new study. Read story
Riding Apple's Coattails
When Apple speaks, industry listens. While millions of iPod fans are thrilled about the upcoming iPhone, companies that make up the $1 billion accessories ma... Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Small-business owners expect weak first quarter; colder weather expected to boost retail sales. Read story
Minimum-Wage Increase: A Blow to Small Businesses?
While critics say the House bill will hurt business owners, many companies are already paying higher wages. Read story
Boutique Automakers Find Success Where Big Three Struggle
Despite industry woes, American car and motorcycle entrepreneurs have prospered by pursuing the high-end -- and high-speed -- specialty market. Read story
As Democrats Seize Power, New Small-Business Leaders Emerge
Sen. John Kerry and Rep. Nydia Velazquez will chair the Senate and House small-business committees. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
New demand boosts manufacturing sector; construction drops on weaker housing demand. Read story
Nation's Largest Union Group Sues Labor Department Over Safety Equipment
The AFL-CIO claims that companies should be required to pay for employees' protective gear. Read story
Energy Investments Expected to Climb
Ninety-one percent of venture capitalists see more money going to energy, compared to just 23 percent for technology. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Producer prices experience sharpest gain in more than 30 years; personal income increases in third quarter. Read story
More Companies Gambling on Sin City
Forget showgirls and slot machines. Las Vegas is experiencing a surge in population and new business opportunities, making it the nation's hottest city for e... Read story
Congress Passes R&D Tax Credit
The legislation is designed to boost research and development at technology firms and manufacturers. Read story
Kauffman Donates $25.5 Million to Universities
The grants, part of a $200 million initiative, will help foster entrepreneurship programs at nine schools nationwide. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Small-business owners less optimistic; holiday shopping sends retail sales higher. Read story
Small Firms Get Break on Accounting Rules
The Securities and Exchange Commission plans to ease parts of Sarbanes-Oxley considered too burdensome. Read story
Stressed-Out Parents Cost Companies $300 Billion in Lost Productivity
Concerns about after-school childcare can have a negative impact on job performance, according to a new study. Read story
Growing Through Spin Offs
Spinning a company off of your existing business can be lucrative, but it also has pitfalls that shouldn't be overlooked. Read story
Employers Could Face More Discrimination Lawsuits
A new Supreme Court ruling makes it easier for workers to sue for on-the-job discrimination. Read story
This Week's Economic Roundup
Manufacturing faces sharpest decline in six years; private sector adds 158,000 new jobs in November. Read story
