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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Global Markets React to War Risk as Investors Brace for Uncertainty

Rising war risk in the Middle East is sending shockwaves through global financial markets, prompting investors to rapidly…

Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens as Military Tensions Threaten Global Oil Supply

The Strait of Hormuz has emerged as the most dangerous flashpoint in the ongoing Iran conflict, with military…

Ceasefire with Iran Holds for Now as Failed Talks Raise Fears of Renewed War

The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran remains in place, but rising tensions and failed negotiations…

Triple Crown Restaurant Chicago Review

Triple Crown Restaurant Chicago Review: Authentic Dim Sum in Chinatown Triple Crown Restaurant in Chicago's Chinatown offers an…

Overseas Overnight Trading Weekly Recap – April 10, 2026

Overseas Overnight Trading Weekly Recap: Global Markets Rebound on Easing Tensions April 11, 2026 (STL.News) Overnight Trading -…

U.S. Stock Market Weekly Recap: Strongest Rally of 2026

U.S. stocks posted their best week of 2026 as oil prices fell and tensions eased. Technology stocks led…

Iran War Update: High-Stakes Talks Begin as Ceasefire Teeters

U.S. and Iran begin high-stakes talks in Pakistan as a fragile ceasefire holds under pressure. Rising tensions in…

Missouri Gains 7,971 Net Migrants as Heartland Hub Attracts Illinois Exodus

Missouri posted a net domestic migration gain of 7,971 residents, with 139,911 people arriving and 131,940 departing, ranking…

Missouri recorded 1,622 fatal front-end passenger car collisions, ranking #10th nationally

Missouri recorded 1,622 fatal front-end passenger car collisions between 2019 and 2023, an average of 324 deaths every…

NATO Crisis Explodes: Did Trump Just Expose a Dangerous Weakness?

NATO is under intense scrutiny after President Donald Trump accused the alliance of failing the United States during…

Wall Street Strength Hides a Growing Crisis on Main Street

Wall Street continues to show resilience, but Main Street businesses are facing serious challenges. Slowing consumer spending and…

Global Markets Rally Overnight – April 9, 2026

Global Markets Rally Overnight as Energy Volatility and Ceasefire Signals Drive Momentum (STL.News) Global Markets - Asian and…

Man Body-Slams Slot Machine After $600K Jackpot Vanishes – And Ends Up in the Hospital

(STL.News) Casino floors have seen their fair share of dramatic moments, but a recent incident out of Shawnee,…

The Smart Buyer’s Guide to Ordering Equipment Parts Online

(STL.News) Have you ever ordered a part online, only to realize it was not the right fit? That…

U.S. Stock Market Surges on Relief Rally as Tensions Ease

(STL.News) U.S. Stock Markets - U.S. equities delivered a powerful rebound on April 8, 2026, as investors rushed…