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COVID-19
Citi plans to buy PPP loans from minority-owned lenders
by
Justin Ho
May 21, 2020
The arrangement would allow minority-owned lenders to take PPP loans off of their balance sheets.
Ready to go back to eating out? Your favorite restaurant won't look the same
May 20, 2020
Many restaurateurs realize that their industry, built on socializing in packed rooms, needs to reduce tables, shrink menus, and increase technology to survive.
The new workflow for plumbers means turning some jobs down
by
Alli Fam
May 20, 2020
The owner of a plumbing company won't serve clients who are ill, and both plumbers and clients must wear face masks.
What can the Federal Reserve do to help the economy?
May 20, 2020
The central bank is already buying bonds to keep money flowing, but it has a few more tools in its kit.
How we spent our relief checks
May 20, 2020
Economists at four universities studied the spending habits of about 1,600 middle and low-income consumers who got $1,200 direct payments. The money was spent on necessities like rent and food.
COVID-19 is likely leading more U.S. farmers to file for bankruptcy
by
Andy Uhler
May 20, 2020
American farmers were struggling because of the U.S.-China trade war long before the coronavirus pandemic hit.
What is it like to reopen a restaurant right now?
May 20, 2020
The restaurant industry faces a huge challenge: not just how to reopen safely, but how to make customers feel safe.
For public good, not for profit.
Which colleges say they'll reopen in the fall? And which ones are keeping classes online?
by
David Brancaccio
, Jasmine Garsd
and Alex Schroeder
May 20, 2020
Location is a big factor. And closing down this semester cost universities billions.
SBA says PPP loans are getting smaller in the second round of lending
by
Justin Ho
May 20, 2020
Business advocates say that's a sign smaller businesses are finally getting the loans they applied for.
Is it safe to visit gyms, cafes, and stores? Here's what the data says.
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
May 20, 2020
Researchers analyzed the risks and rewards of opening different businesses right now.