The Senate kicked off hearings for the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act, a bill that could bring money to small firms specializing in green technology.
10/28/09 - 07:58 AM EDT
Venture Firm Hunts for Biotech Breakthroughs
Daphne Zohar, founder of PureTech Ventures, discusses what it takes to launch a successful biotech company.
10/14/09 - 05:00 AM EDT
Like ConAgra, Nurture Your Winners
Small-business owners could benefit from adopting the brand-management strategies of ConAgra and General Mills.
09/29/09 - 01:00 AM EDT
Five Lending Challenges for Consumers
Here are five troublesome trends in lending, and how you can protect yourself.
09/18/09 - 01:00 AM EDT
Car Loans Tighten as Debtors Miss Payments
If you're thinking about buying a new car, start saving your pennies because it's becoming tougher to get a loan.
09/11/09 - 08:09 AM EDT
Consumers to Put Drag on Economy: Opinion
Even as the economy rebounds, weak consumer spending for years to come will put a damper on growth.
09/09/09 - 08:35 AM EDT
What's the Hottest Stock for Back to School?
What's the hottest stock for the back-to-school season? See what the TheStreet's users think.
09/04/09 - 10:57 AM EDT
Small Firms, Like Disney, Can Sell to Tweens
Disney's plan to buy Marvel is part of an effort to engage tween boys. It's a philosophy that could also benefit small businesses.
09/04/09 - 09:46 AM EDT
Like Aeropostale, Small Firms Must Discount
Small businesses competing for back-to-school dollars should look at Aeropostale's winning formula of trendy clothes and low prices.
08/27/09 - 11:23 AM EDT
Store Brand Loyalty Grows: Product Placement
Frugal consumers have been switching to store-brand goods, but they might not return to name brands after the economy recovers.
08/27/09 - 09:06 AM EDT
Pop-up stores, temporary boutiques that stay open for a set period of time, help entrepreneurs launch products with less overhead.
08/26/09 - 09:00 AM EDT
Death Industry Struggles in Recession
Funeral homes' revenue says it all: While people are still dying, cheaper cremations are gaining ground.
08/25/09 - 07:47 AM EDT
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