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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Overseas Overnight Trading Surges – November 20, 2025

Overseas Overnight Trading Surges on November 20, 2025, as Global Markets Rally on AI Optimism and Improved Risk…

The Myth of the “Uncontrolled President”

The Myth of the “Uncontrolled President”: Why America’s System of Checks and Balances Refutes Claims of Authoritarianism (STL.News)…

Overseas Overnight Trading Declines – Nov. 19, 2025

Overseas Overnight Trading Declines as Global Markets Pause Ahead of Key Tech Catalysts - STL.News — November 19, 2025…

US Financial Markets Struggle on Nov. 18, 2025

US Financial Markets Struggle as Tech Weakens and Investor Sentiment Cools — Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (STL.News) US…

Zapp Thai Restaurant Approved for Liquor License

Zapp Thai Restaurant LLC Receives City and State Liquor Licenses for O’Fallon, Illinois Locations O’FALLON, IL (STL.News) Zapp…

How Osman Gunes Cizmeci is Designing for Trust

(STL.News) For years, the guiding mantra in digital design was “make it simple.” From the rise of minimalism…

HIG Capital Expands Nordic Footprint with Four-Asset Norwegian Logistics Portfolio

(STL.News) Miami-based alternative investment firm HIG Capital has acquired four logistics and light-industrial properties across Norway, marking the…

Mike Feinberg on Tackling the Real Barriers to Employment

(STL.News) A flat tire shouldn’t derail a career, yet for many students at WorkTexas, it nearly does. “A…

When a Business Has Sales but Still Loses Money

When a Business Has Sales but Still Loses Money, the Problem Is Mismanagement — Not the Market ST.…

Accounting Is Essential for Every Small Business

Why Serious Accounting Is Essential for Every Small Business — And Why Ignoring It Destroys More Companies Than…

QuickBooks Online vs. Xero: A Professional Comparison

QuickBooks Online vs. Xero: A Professional Comparison for Small Businesses — Expert Insights from QBSTL.com ST. LOUIS, MO…

Overseas Overnight Markets Slide – Nov. 18, 2025

Overseas Overnight Markets Slide as Global Tech Sell-Off Deepens — November 18, 2025 (STL.News) Overseas Overnight Markets -…

What to Look for in the Best Pet Insurance Policy

(STL.News) Choosing the right pet insurance policy can feel overwhelming, especially with so many providers offering different levels…

7 Tips for Buying a New Treadmill That Fits Your Needs

(STL.News) A treadmill is an investment in your health, so choose one that you’ll?use for many workouts. There…

How to Choose the Right Small Concrete Box Culverts for Your Project

(STL.News) Small concrete box culverts are essential infrastructure elements which allow water to pass under roads, sidewalks and…