Business news is the part of journalism that tracks, records and interprets commercial and economic activities, and changes that take place in societies. It is an extensive field that covers everything from the smallest local businesses to the largest multinational corporations in many different industries. Most newspapers and magazines, radio and television news shows include a section of business news and reports. Detailed and in-depth business journalism can also be found in publications, such as business journals, that are published on a regular basis and focus on specific industry sectors.

The term “business” can refer to any activity that is entered into for profit or for commercial or industrial reasons. Historically, this has included farming, trade, manufacturing and mining as well as services such as banking, insurance and real estate. More recently, the term has become associated with entrepreneurial ventures, particularly those that involve the creation of new companies, start-ups and private equity investments.

A company can be owned by one person, a group of people or by an organisation such as a school or government agency. In some cases, it may be a non-profit or charitable organisation. Regardless of the structure, a company’s business is the management and production of goods or services that are sold for profit.

The most popular way to obtain business news is through television and radio broadcasts, but online sources are growing in popularity. A variety of websites provide business news, with some focusing on particular sectors such as the stock market and small businesses. Other sites offer a comprehensive overview of global and national business news.

In addition to business news, some sites feature interviews and commentary from leading figures in the business world. These can include politicians, economists and other academics as well as industry specialists. The information and insight provided by these experts can be valuable to those looking for ways to grow their own businesses.

This guide has been compiled by the Business Reference Services unit of the Library of Congress. It provides links to selected U.S. and international business news sources available in print and microform. Additional business news resources can be found in the Library’s Catalog and by consulting our Ask-a-Librarian service.

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