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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Weekly Recap – Equities – Commodities- etc – Aug. 15, 2025

Weekly Financial Markets Recap: Equities, Commodities, Futures, and Global Trends End the Week on a Mixed but Optimistic…

US Markets End Week on Mixed Note: August 15, 2025

US Markets End Week on Mixed Note; Dow Flirts with Record as Fed Cut Bets Grow ST. LOUIS,…

Global Markets Mixed as Investors Balance US Inflation Shock

Global Markets Mixed as Investors Balance U.S. Inflation Shock with Regional Economic Data ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News) Global…

St Ann Residents Ready to Take Action After Sewer Backup

Residents of St. Ann, Missouri, were Impacted After a Water Main Break Flooded the Sewer System, Causing a…

Peoples Gas Lawsuit – Manlove Gas Field – Illinois

Mahomet's Enduring Fight: Years After State Settlement, Residents' Lawsuit for Clean Water Presses On MAHOMET, IL (STL.News) –…

City Sales Tax – Business Alert – O’Fallon, IL

City Sales Tax - Restaurant Business Alert for those operating in O'Fallon, Illinois, selling FOOD and BEVERAGE. The…

US Stocks Retreat After Hot Inflation Report – Aug. 14, 2025

U.S. Stocks Retreat After Hot Inflation Report as Big Tech Cushions Losses WASHINGTON, D.C. (STL.News) Stocks – U.S.…

Here’s Why Becoming a Registered Nurse is a Smart Move

(STL.News) If you've been thinking of a career change or wondering what to do, nursing may be the…

Overnight Global Markets Take a Breather – Aug. 14, 2025

Overnight Global Markets Take a Breather as Investors Await Key U.S. Data ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News) Global Markets…

Monitoring the US Dollar Index Improve Stock Purchases

How Monitoring the US Dollar Index Can Help Time Stock Market Investments ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News) US Dollar…

How to Invest in the US Dollar Index: A Comprehensive Guide

How to Invest in the US Dollar Index (USDX): A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News)…

Understanding the US Dollar Index (USDX)

Understanding the US Dollar Index (USDX) and How Monitoring It Can Help You Buy Stocks ST. LOUIS, MO…

Politics vs. Public Safety

Politics vs. Public Safety: Why Opposing Crime-Reduction Efforts Is Out of Touch With Reality ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News)…

US Stock Markets Climb – Dow Nears Record High – Aug. 13, 2025

US Stock Markets Climb on Rate-Cut Optimism as Dow Nears Record High ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News) US Stock…

President Trump’s Crime Reduction Plan Makes Sense

Why President Trump’s Crime Reduction Plan Makes Sense — and Why Local Leaders Should Welcome It WASHINGTON, D.C.…