Business news is the portion of journalism that deals with commercial activities and events that are related to economics and commerce. It can be found in newspapers, magazines and radio and television-news programs. The scope of business news varies from broad topics like international economics and politics to specific industry trends and issues. Often, business-related news is grouped into categories such as retail and manufacturing, technology and financial markets.
A business is an entity that produces and sells goods or services for a profit. A business may be small and privately owned or publicly traded. Some examples of businesses include restaurants, stores and hair salons. The term business also applies to organizations such as government agencies, schools and charitable groups. The goal of any business is to make a profit, but it’s not always possible. Some businesses fail, while others succeed and grow to become large corporations.
Business-related news is most often published in newspapers and magazines, both online and in print. It can also be found in industry-specific publications and on trade websites. While the scope of business news is often broad, many publications have dedicated sections for local or regional business news that may cover more in-depth stories.
In addition to news and commentary, business-related blogs and podcasts are popular sources of information on the economy and the trends that drive it. While some of these sites and publications focus on a single niche, others provide an overview of multiple industries and include advice for small business owners. The content on these sites and podcasts is largely original, but some offer links to articles or podcasts from other sources.
Despite their popularity, business-related blogs and podcasts are not the most comprehensive source of information on the economy. The more reputable, general publications, such as The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, are generally considered to be the best sources of business news.
The Library of Congress has a number of resources available to researchers interested in learning about the latest business trends and events. This guide includes print and microform business news sources, as well as electronic resources such as the Business Reference Center, WorldCat and Google Scholar. You can contact a librarian through Ask-A-Librarian if you have questions about finding additional business news sources.
