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Life on the front lines of the federal government’s small business loan program
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Maria Hollenhorst
Apr 20, 2020
“For every loan we made, I had another one in the pipeline,” said Laurie Stewart, CEO of Sound Community Bank in Seattle.
In keeping shelves stocked, small, ethnic grocers have an advantage
by
Justin Ho
Apr 20, 2020
The long lines and empty shelves at grocery stores across the country have tested America’s food supply chain. Smaller, independent store supply chains are proving more resilient.
Mortgages are still cheap, if you can get one
by
Amy Scott
Apr 20, 2020
Lenders are tightening credit standards as funding dries up.
What's going to happen to GDP?
by
Andie Corban
and Kai Ryssdal
Apr 20, 2020
With millions of sudden job losses and an unprecedented economic shutdown, forecasting GDP is different than usual this quarter.
As retail industry melts down, lingerie company Natori confronts a threat
Apr 20, 2020
Most of its business is with department stores, many of which are closed. “It’s been pretty much a disaster,” President Ken Natori says.
Why did restaurant chains like Shake Shack get small business aid?
by
Janet Nguyen
Apr 20, 2020
The chain restaurant Shake Shack received $10 million in small business loans, which it’s now returning.
Managers struggle with remote work, too
Apr 20, 2020
The crisis demands a more emotional supervision style.
For public good, not for profit.
Is it worth applying for a job right now?
Apr 20, 2020
We tackle a range of COVID-19 hiring and firing questions.
Pot sales on the rise in some states with people home due to COVID-19
Apr 20, 2020
Pot retailers are open for business in most states where recreational sales are legal.
Costco and Instacart expand deliveries to include prescription drugs
Apr 20, 2020
It's an effort to compete with drugstore chains and pharmacy startups.