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U.S. knitters face supply woes as major yarn brands halt shipments amid escalating tariffs, driving up prices, thinning store shelves and rattling the craft community nationwide.
Washington state secured a $900,000 SBA grant to expand small business exports, funding counseling, trade missions and market development through the Department of Commerce.
South Africa, Africa’s only G20 member, is set to skip a key G20 finance meeting in Washington, underscoring rising diplomatic tensions with the United States over global economic policy.
Eli Lilly plans to invest billions to shift drug manufacturing to the U.S., aiming to strengthen domestic supply chains, boost production capacity and reduce reliance on overseas facilities.
The U.S. government shutdown under President Trump has become the longest in history, as partisan deadlock over border wall funding leaves federal workers unpaid and key services disrupted.
An Iranian source claims Washington has agreed to unfreeze Tehran’s funds, signaling a potential breakthrough in strained relations. U.S. officials deny any such deal, underscoring ongoing diplomatic tensions.
The Association of the U.S. Army, featured in The Business Journals, is expanding its industry partnerships as defense contractors and tech firms seek deeper access to Army modernization initiatives.
The National Mall will host a 16-day state fair as part of America’s 250th birthday, featuring exhibits, performances and regional showcases, The Business Journals reports.
Washington’s sustainable business accelerator has selected its latest cohort of projects, the Department of Ecology announced April 22, highlighting innovation in clean tech and resource efficiency.
Trump said Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman denied prior knowledge of Jamal Khashoggi’s killing, contradicting U.S. intelligence findings that linked the prince to the 2018 murder.
Small business owners describe how Trump’s tariffs raised costs, squeezed profits and disrupted supply chains, forcing layoffs, price hikes and hard choices in communities nationwide.
D.C.’s latest assessments put price tags on America’s most symbolic addresses, revealing eye‑popping estimated values for the White House, the U.S. Capitol and other federal landmarks.
Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti’s Washington visit spotlights transatlantic investment, economic security cooperation, and a recalibrated Italy–U.S. strategic balance
The 54th Annual Washington Conference gathered policymakers and business leaders to debate investment, trade, and democratic resilience, advancing AS/COA’s business case for the Americas.
Family-owned firms are declining in Washington even as they expand nationwide, signaling regional economic shifts and raising concerns about local succession and growth.
Serco’s U.S. arm has finalized its $327 million acquisition of Northrop Grumman’s training business, expanding its defense services portfolio and deepening ties with Pentagon customers.
Niranjali Amerasinghe shares her journey from policy advocate to executive leader, detailing how global climate negotiations shaped her vision for inclusive, sustainable business.
Visiting the Pacific Northwest’s secluded billionaire retreat, I spotted five unmistakable markers of extreme wealth and luxury, from private docks and helipads to discreet, high-end eco-architecture.
Japanese outdoor brand Snow Peak will open its third U.S. store in Seattle, reinforcing its Pacific Northwest presence and signaling broader expansion plans across key American markets.
As the partial government shutdown continues, essential services remain open, including air traffic control, federal law enforcement and Social Security, while many other agencies scale back operations