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Demand for halal meats connects Minnesota Muslims, farmers
It's been a win-win situation, providing a fast-growing market for goats and sheep while also creating cross-cultural relationships and friendships.
Business
Trade war has already added 5% to typical U.S. shopping basket
Minnesota retailers say they are worried that tariff-driven price increases "will boomerang back" in the form of lost customers.
Business
Making a case for credit unions to boost your finances
What could help a new generation of adults on their path to prosperity? Not an app, a virtual currency or a digital payment system.
Business
How parents can help college-bound students learn to manage money
Sound money-management practices are critical since most students receive a loan-repayment schedule along with their diploma.
Business
Schafer: Student loan debt won't lead to another financial crisis, economist says
It's one of those situations where the averages aren't really very helpful in forming a clear picture.
Business
Target CEO Brian Cornell sees turnaround as 'still in early innings'
CEO Brian Cornell, during his five years on the job, has taken a measured approach to the retailer's turnaround.
Business
Market recap: Nvidia shares rise on strong earnings report
The visual computing company's revenue and earnings topped estimates thanks to strength in its automotive and gaming units.
Business
A $750 billion Midwest fund group pushes for corporate board diversity
The Midwest Investor Diversity Initiative is calling on small and midsize companies to add women and people of color to their boards.
Business
Minnesota online retailer launches shoe made of recycled bottles
Plymouth's Oliver Cabell introduced a recycled plastic sneaker made from 3-D technology.
Business
ApplianceSmart has closed three of its Minnesota stores; two remain open
The company became a victim of more retailers selling appliance closeouts.
Business
Why sentiment is key to stock market's direction
Will investors keep the faith? Fed action may be significant in the short term, but eventually it will come back to economic data.
Business
Norway company aims to create a device in Twin Cities to treat heart valve disease
CardioMech AS is building its team in Minnesota and plans a funding round soon for its mitral-valve repair system.
Business
Here are some of the biggest mistakes people make with Social Security
Social Security is complex. Many retirees need and can receive specialized aid from the program.
Business
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Gig economy is here to stay, Field Nation's Mynul Khan says
The company finds contract jobs for IT workers — and the firm has only grown.
Agriculture
Organic-grain complaint raises questions about major Argentine supplier
Company in Argentina is scrutinized over its practices.
Business
Rally Ventures is most active local venture firm
CB Insights says Rally Ventures, which raised $100 million in 2012-13, has been the most active venture firm in Minnesota over the last five years.
Business
Minnesota lost 1,300 jobs last month, unemployment ticked up to 3.4%
The state more and more looks like its job cycle has peaked.
Local
Stanley Davis, patriarch of Minnesota business family, dies at 100
He was remembered as a hard worker whose work ethic and the care he took cultivating and maintaining relationships with people were worthy of admiration.
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