Martin Smith

Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, an independent digital news publication owned and operated by St. Louis Media, LLC. He founded STL.News in 2016 and oversees its editorial direction and digital publishing operations. His coverage includes business, financial markets, securities litigation, government and regulatory developments, legal news, and St. Louis-area businesses and economic activity.
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Dow Jones Hits Historic New High Above 50,000

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new all-time high on Friday, breaking above 50,000 for the…

U.S. Financial Markets Rebound for Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

U.S. Financial Markets Rebound as Investors Regain Confidence After Volatile Week February 6, 2026 – STL.News U.S. stocks…

U.S. Markets Update – Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

U.S. MARKETS MIDDAY UPDATE — Stocks Rebound After Choppy Open on Friday, February 6, 2026 Wall Street stabilizes…

Good Morning St. Louisans – St. Louis, MO – Feb. 6, 2026

Welcome to "Good Morning St. Louisans" for Friday, February 6, 2026 Woman Charged for Shooting at a Restaurant…

Overnight Trading Report for Friday, February 6, 2026

GLOBAL MARKETS ROUNDUP — Overnight Trading Report for Friday, February 6, 2026 U.S. futures edge higher amid tech…

What to Look for in a Forex Trading Platform

What to Look for in a Forex Trading Platform: A Complete Beginner's Guide? (STL.News) Choosing the right forex…

Wall Street Extends Cautious Momentum as Investors Weigh Rates, Earnings, and Economic Signals

U.S. markets grind higher in selective trading as investors balance optimism with restraint U.S. financial markets ended today’s…

Overnight Markets Show Caution for Feb. 5, 2026

Overnight Markets Show Caution as Global Investors Brace for Volatility Global markets moved cautiously overnight as investors weighed…

Self Tanning Tips Every Beginner Needs to Know

(STL.News) Achieving a natural-looking glow without sun exposure has made self tanning a staple in many Australian beauty…

Early Childhood Resources: Supporting Growth, Learning, and Play

(STL.News) Early childhood is a period of remarkable development. From birth to age eight, children experience rapid growth…

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing and Using Tiles in Your Space

(STL.News) Tiles are one of the most versatile and enduring materials used in the design and construction of…

10 Inspiring Yoga Class Ideas to Deepen Your Practice

(STL.News) Yoga has become one of the most popular wellness practices around the world — and for good…

Roof Insulation Installer: What Homeowners Need to Know

(STL.News) When it comes to making your home more energy efficient and comfortable, roof insulation is one of…

Common Garage Door Problems and How Melbourne Homeowners Can Fix Them

(STL.News) Garage doors are one of the most used yet overlooked features of a home. They open and…

Exploring Modern Surface Materials

Exploring Modern Surface Materials: A Practical Guide to Stone Options for Interiors and Architecture Introduction (STL.News) When designing…