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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Instagram Algorithm: How to Reset It!

(STL.News) The Instagram algorithm is like an overenthusiastic DJ; sometimes, it nails your vibe, and other times, it…

Zapp Thai Restaurant

Zapp Thai Restaurant, 1500 Troy Rd, Edwardsville, Illinois, has served authentic Thai cuisine to the community for years.…

Ocha Asian Restaurant – Fayette, MO

Ocha Asian Restaurant, 106 S. Church Street, Fayette, Missouri, offers a large choice of Asian cuisine to the…

Historic List of U.S. Stock Market Crashes

A Historic List of U.S. Stock Market Crashes: From the Birth of a Nation to Modern Markets (STL.News)…

Why Market Declines are Great Buying Opportunities

Why Recent Stock Market Declines May Be a Great Time to Buy: A Historical Perspective (STL.News) Stock market…

Global Leaders React to Trump’s 90-Day Tariff Pause

Global Leaders React to Trump’s 90-Day Tariff Pause Amid Escalating Tensions with China. (STL.News) Former U.S. President Donald…

President Trumps Shows Flexibility Suspending Tariffs

President Trump Shows Flexibility, Suspends Select Tariffs for 90 Days WASHINGTON, D.C. (STL.News) — In a move signaling…

U.S. Stock Markets Rebound Sharply – April 9, 2025

U.S. Stock Markets Rebound Sharply on Tariff Suspension Announcement – April 9, 2025 (STL.News) Wall Street surged on…

$1.3 Billion Tax Cut: Relief for Missouri Residents

Jefferson City, MO (STL.News) One of the largest legislative victories of the year is the advancement of a…

President Trump Escalates Tariff War with China

President Trump Escalates Tariff War with China, Raising Economic Concerns Washington, D.C. (STL.News) In a bold move that…

Global Shift: Several Nations Consider Dropping Tariffs

Global Shift: Several Nations Consider Dropping Tariffs on U.S. Goods Amid Trade Talks (STL.News) Several countries are willing…

Amant’s Floor Care Celebrates 56 Years of Business

Amant’s Floor Care Celebrates 56 Years of Excellence in Wildwood, Missouri Wildwood, MO (STL.News) In a competitive industry…

Why the US Must Impose Tariffs

Why the U.S. Must Impose Tariffs When Foreign Countries Don’t Play Fair — Even Though Free Trade Is…

How U.S. Industrial – Manufacturing Stocks Benefit from Tariffs

How U.S. Industrial and Manufacturing Stocks Benefit from U.S.-Imposed Tariffs (STL.News) Tariffs have long been used as an…

Foreign Tariffs Does Fuel US Inflation

Foreign Tariffs Fuel U.S. Inflation: A Hidden Driver Behind Rising Prices (STL.News) As Americans grapple with persistent inflation,…