Business news is a category of news related to the various aspects of running and operating a company or organization. This can include information regarding financial trends, mergers and acquisitions, stock market updates, management changes, global trade issues and more. This news is often published in newspapers, magazines, online media and television broadcasts and is essential for companies, investors and stakeholders to stay current on.
A company can be classified as a business when it operates for commercial or industrial purposes and seeks profit in exchange for goods or services. Generally, a company will provide products and/or services that are of value to customers in order to generate revenue. This revenue is then used to cover expenses and provide a profit for the owners. There are many different types of businesses that exist, from small operations focused on a single industry to massive corporations that span multiple industries worldwide. Examples of successful businesses include Amazon and Apple.
The library has several resources that can help with business news research. The Business News guide offers a list of print and microform sources that contain this type of news. It also provides tips for finding regional business news sources. The guide is available at the Reference Desk on the third floor of the Main Library. If you have additional questions, please ask a librarian for assistance.
Adam Kozak is the managing editor of Business News Daily, a national business news publication that covers small business and entrepreneurship. He has more than 10 years of journalism and content marketing experience, including a focus on the legal cannabis industry and emerging industries such as electric vehicles and artificial intelligence. Adam has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Rutgers University.
Monica Dyer is the copy chief for Business News Daily. She brings a highly developed skill set in writing and copy editing to the position, which allows her to objectively review all content before it goes live. Her extensive editorial background includes time spent at national publications such as USA Today. She is a California native and has a strong background in writing as well as a keen eye for detail.
Those interested in conducting business news research should consider subscribing to business-focused publications. In addition to the mainstream business news outlets, there are many trade publications that are specifically targeted at specific industries. These publications may offer more detailed and localized business news that is not covered by the larger news organizations. These are an excellent resource for discovering both domestic and international business news.