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Explore the latest Missouri business news and stay informed on recent project announcements, economic development updates, business expansions, and success stories.

From key industry updates to economic trends, we provide comprehensive coverage of Missouri business developments.

Whether you’re tracking growth opportunities, following market shifts, or seeking insight into the state of Missouri’s business climate, our aggregated news feed is here to keep you ahead of the curve.

MU business incubator gains national recognition

The University of Missouri Life Science Incubator at Monsanto Place was honored this month for its success in attracting international startup companies to the United States. With its “soft landings designation,” ... Read More

FDA panel backs approval of Lupus drug

The first new treatment for lupus in more than 50 years passed a key hurdle Tuesday with a 13-2 vote by government advisers favoring approval. The verdict for the drug Benlysta ... Read More

Handmark launches apps for political junkies of all stripes

Handmark launches apps for political junkies of all stripes. ... Read More

EMC to Buy Isilon for $2.25 Billion

EMC agreed to acquire Isilon Systems for $2.25 billion as consolidation in the data-storage sector continues. ... Read More

Washington University gets $1M for research

Washington University in St. Louis said Friday it landed a four-year, $1 million grant from the Amgen Foundation to provide hands-on biomedical laboratory experience to undergraduates. ... Read More

Caterpillar to Buy Mining Giant

Caterpillar said it plans to buy Bucyrus for about $7.6 billion as the rally in commodities demand shows little sign of abating. ... Read More

Solar Power a Bonus for St. Louis firm

Aside from the environmental benefits, using the energy generated by the sun makes good business sense, says an executive of Walsh & Associates Inc., a local chemical distributor. Randall D. Lewis, ... Read More

Belden buys Thomas & Betts unit

Belden buys Thomas & Betts unit ... Read More

Tyson

Chris McMurrough
“What I like about Missouri is the local and state support of manufacturing. And the economic development contribution is tremendous, whether it’s through manufacturing itself or through grants for workforce education." ... Read More

Cardwell Lumber

Leroy Cardwell
“We export to Japan, China, France, Spain, Hungary, and Scotland. I have also shipped to South Africa, and I’ll be looking to start some work in New Zealand before too long." ... Read More