Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.
Category: Small Business
Will Billions More in New Aid Save Family Farms?
The Biden administration aims to better support small farmers while still aiding big operations and rewarding climate-friendly practices. It’s a tall order.
Ampla, a Lender to Consumer Brands, Faces Financial Struggles
Ampla, which lent money to smaller businesses that sold clothing, home furnishings and other items directly to consumers, is struggling financially and seeking a buyer.
Tensions Rise in Silicon Valley Over Sales of Start-Up Stocks
The market for shares of hot start-ups like SpaceX and Stripe is projected to reach a record $64 billion this year.
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.
The Antitrust Enforcers Aimed at Big Tech. Then Came the Backlash.
South Korea pledged to protect its online platforms from marketplace giants, but lobbyists are crying foul play.
A City Built on Steel Tries to Reverse Its Decline
Gary, Ind., home of U.S. Steel’s largest mill, is seeking a fresh economic start under a new mayor determined to draw new businesses and residents.
What Hefei, China’s EV City, Says About the State of the Economy
Hefei has led the country in making electric vehicles and other tech products, but it still has not escaped a nationwide housing crisis.
Detroit Businesses Are Loving the Lions’ Playoff Run
The N.F.L. team’s success in the playoffs has provided much joy and a boost for local businesses around the team’s stadium.
Corporate America Has Dodged the Damage of High Rates. For Now.
Small businesses and risky borrowers face rising costs from the Federal Reserve’s moves, but the biggest companies have avoided taking a hit.