Business Brief

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how fluctuations in tariff policies are impacting Missouri’s manufacturing industry. Then, the show takes a look at the factors causing electricity bills to increase nationwide and how that’s affecting consumers.

This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how banking deserts affect entrepreneurs in Missouri. Then, the show takes a deeper look at why more Missourians are commuting further for work.

The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at how the Winter Olympics are boosting curling in Missouri. Then, the show features a conversation about how rural movie theaters are staying afloat.

The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at changes to Small Business Administration loans that create restrictions for green card holders. Then, the show examines how fluctuations in international trade policies are affecting Missouri’s soybean industry.

The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how cocoa prices could make Valentine’s Day sweets a little bitter. Plus, the show features a Missouri entrepreneur whose new software aims to help rural agriculture businesses.

This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at what's ahead for data centers in Missouri. Then, the show examines how agricultural drones are helping farmers with flexibility and problem solving.

This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the tension surrounding return-to-office mandates. Then, the show looks at how restaurants are developing menus for a growing number of people with a tickborne red meat allergy.

This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how prediction markets are creating competition for traditional gambling companies. Then, it examines new research on the relationship between corporate pollution and the profitability of companies.

This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at the economic factors impacting turkey prices. Then, it examines how farming is becoming an increasingly high-tech career.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the impact of a dearth of economic data caused by the government shutdown. Then, it looks at how gaps in federal crop insurance leave some farmers vulnerable.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the economic impact of an artificial intelligence data center coming to Kansas City. Then, it features a conversation with a researcher about the factors driving a projected increase in Missouri’s net farm income.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how the Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters" is showcasing the marketing of entertainment. Then, it looks at how the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut is affecting the agriculture industry.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how new state laws and the end of some federal programs will affect energy prices in Missouri. Then, the show features a conversation about new legislation that would regulate how college athletes are compensated.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines what new fees on H-1B visas could mean for research in Missouri. Then, the show looks at the strain faced by the state's soybean industry amid a Chinese boycott.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the characteristics of Generation Z as entrepreneurs and the challenges they’re navigating. Then, it features a researcher hoping to use blockchain technology to build trust in restaurants.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how some farmers are using solar panels to help provide better growing conditions for their crops. Then, it features a former startup founder who just took on a new role helping Missouri entrepreneurs.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how stars like Taylor Swift have highlighted the role of women in the economy. Then, an expert discusses how the trucking industry is navigating economic challenges.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at a ride-sharing service one rural Missouri town launched to solve transportation challenges. Plus, the show features a conversation about how new limits on student loans could affect professional students

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the political challenges faced by organized labor. Then, it features a conversation with a personal financial planning expert about strategies to address rising credit card debt.

This week's episode of Business Brief features a program in St. Louis putting a new spin on baby bonds. Then, it examines why an agriculture expert believes many farmers should stop making their own hay.

This week the Business Brief podcast gets the pulse of the state’s health care workforce. Then, it looks at a Missouri grocery chain’s effort to reach more Hispanic consumers.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the vision state officials and energy industry leaders have for a nuclear-powered future in Missouri. Plus, cattle are getting beefier. The show explores why cattle weights are increasing and what that means at different points along the beef supply chain.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines a policy providing tax deductions for tipped workers. Then, it dives into the latest developments in the launch of legal sports gambling in Missouri.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how President Donald Trump's bill to cut taxes and spending will affect the solar energy industry in Missouri. Then, University of Missouri Extension officials share insights about how Missouri farmland value is changing.

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at auto repair in Missouri ahead of a busy travel weekend. Then, how regions in the state’s Old Lead Belt are seeing a surge in critical mineral mining.