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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Iran Country Profile: History, Government, Economy, Culture, and Global Influence

Iran is a historically rich and strategically important nation in Western Asia with global influence. With roots dating…

Iran War Update: Ceasefire Holds as Tensions Escalate and Deadline Approaches

The Iran war remains under a fragile ceasefire as military tensions continue to rise. Naval activity in the…

Overseas Overnight Trading and Weekly Market Recap – April 24, 2026

Overseas Overnight Trading and Weekly Market Recap: Volatility Rises as Oil Surges and Stocks Test Highs Global markets…

Amant’s Floor Care Celebrates 57 Years of Service in Wildwood, MO

Amant’s Floor Care Celebrates 57 Years of Professional Floor Cleaning Service in Wildwood, Missouri Amant’s Floor Care in…

What Economic Indicators Are Defining the 2026 US Mid-Term Cycle

(STL.News) The midterm elections give citizens a chance to redistribute power and shape the direction of American democracy.…

Navigating the Conflict When Successor Trustees Clash

(STL.News) Managing a family trust is often a role born out of love and a sense of duty.…

Top Electrical Code Violations Small Businesses Should Avoid

Minor electrical code infractions may close your doors, destroy equipment, and raise insurance issues. The majority of problems…

St. Louis Restaurant Review Launches Restaurant Stock Index

Stock Market Innovation: St. Louis Restaurant Review Launches Restaurant Stock Index (RSI) The Restaurant Stock Index (RSI) launches…

Update: Iran Talks Stall as Ceasefire Holds Under Pressure and Tensions Rise

Negotiations with Iran have stalled with no active talks currently underway. A fragile ceasefire remains in place as…

Iran War Update: Peace Talks Stall as Ceasefire Struggles to Hold – April 2026

Peace negotiations with Iran have stalled as tensions remain high despite an ongoing ceasefire. Disputes over military activity…

U.S. Stock Market Today: Markets Surge to New Highs on April 22, 2026

U.S. Stock Market Today - U.S. stocks surged to fresh highs on April 22, 2026, driven by strong…

Overseas Overnight Trading for Thursday, April 23, 2026

Overseas Overnight Trading: Oil Surge Pressures Global Markets as Risk Sentiment Turns Defensive Global markets turned cautious overnight…

Stock Market Today – Market Close – Wednesday, April 22, 2026

U.S. stocks rallied on Wednesday as investor sentiment improved on easing geopolitical tensions and strong earnings momentum. The…

Stock Market Today, Wednesday, April 22, 2026

U.S. stocks surged on Wednesday as investors reacted to easing geopolitical tensions and strong earnings momentum. The Dow,…

Restaurant Traffic Collapse Threatens Local Favorites

Restaurant Traffic Collapse Threatens Local Favorites as Economic Pressure Mounts Local restaurants are experiencing a sharp decline in…