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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Wall Street Is Mispricing Nvidia: The Multi-Trillion-Dollar AI Valuation Debate

Portfolio managers and financial analysts are locked in a fierce debate over Nvidia's valuation, with critics warning of…

Global Financial Markets: Overseas Trading Update and Major Indices

Global Financial Markets - A comprehensive breakdown of recent overseas trading in international financial markets. Explore how European…

US Stock Market Weekly Recap: Wall Street Pulls Back Amid Tech Earnings Jitters and Energy Pressures

US Stock Market - Explore the comprehensive US Stock Market Weekly Recap for the week ending July 24,…

South China Sea Clash: Ships Collide and Water Cannons Fired

A sharp escalation in the South China Sea has triggered global concern following high-stakes maritime confrontations between Chinese…

How the Next Wave of Smart Vehicles Will Think for Themselves, Without the Cloud

(STL.News) Cars have been "connected" for years, constantly relaying data to the cloud so automakers can analyze performance,…

Chicago Violence Spike: Five Dead and Multiple Wounded in Wave of Shootings Across the City

CHICAGO, IL - July 24, 2026 (STL.News) Public safety and municipal budget management have once again taken center…

The Digital Landfill: How Cheap Marketing Tricks and Junk Content Are Cooking the Planet

ST. LOUIS, MO - July 24, 2026 (STL.News) Digital Landfill - For decades, internet users have been conditioned…

Tehran Scrambles as Trump Vows to Use Seized Iranian Funds for Commercial Ship Repairs

President Donald Trump’s policy announcement—stating that commercial ship and cargo damages in disputed waterways will be financed directly…

Global Market Pulse: Overseas Overnight Trading Dynamics and Major Index Snapshots

Global Market Pulse - Explore a comprehensive breakdown of last night's overseas overnight trading sessions, analyzing major global…

U.S. Foreclosure Activity Climbs 21% Amid Compounding Financial Pressures for Homeowners

U.S. foreclosure filings rose 21% year-over-year in the latest mid-year data from ATTOM, driven by surging non-mortgage costs,…

U.S. Central Command Completes Consecutive Nights of Strikes Against Iran Amid Escalating Strait of Hormuz Crisis

U.S. Central Command has extended its targeted military campaign against Iranian infrastructure into consecutive weeks, executing precision operations…

Oral Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Dental Procedures

(STL.News) The prospect of oral surgery can understandably cause anxiety for many patients. Whether facing a wisdom tooth…

What can we expect from Ben Shelton for the rest of the tennis season? 

(STL.News) Ben Shelton is still among the shining lights of American men's tennis, with explosive serving and growing…

AI Infrastructure and Semiconductor Boom Drive Markets in 2026

AI - As the global economy navigates the midpoint of 2026, financial markets continue to shatter performance expectations,…

Strategic Capital Allocation: Where to Invest Your Money in Mid-2026

Strategic Capital Allocation - Navigating the financial landscape requires balancing resilient global growth, sticky inflation, and shifting monetary…