Business Story of the Day

2010 World Cup Helped South Africa Attract Latin American Tourists

7:52am July 04, 2014

by Anders Kelto

Brazil's World Cup soccer stadiums and hotels are packed. But events like that don't pay for themselves. South Africa hosted the last World Cup and the country wasn't left entirely empty handed.

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French Bank To Pay $8.83 Billion In Sanctions Probe

2:24pm July 01, 2014

by Jim Zarroli

BNP Paribas pleaded guilty to violating U.S. sanctions law. It admitted that it helped clients in Sudan and other countries evade U.S. trade embargoes through its New York office.

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The fire-breathing dragon that helped Harry and his friends escape from the banker goblins sits on top of Gringotts Wizarding Bank in Diagon Alley, Universal Orlando's newest attraction.

Economy

Universal Bets Wizarding World Will Bring In Big Money Magic

8:18pm June 20, 2014

by Amy Kiley

The Harry Potter attraction at Universal Orlando Resort is expanding with a new, fantastical Diagon Alley. It's complete with a ride, shopping, butterbeer — and an estimated $400 million price tag.

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Economy

At E3, Critics Renew Calls For More Diverse Video Game Characters

3:53pm June 13, 2014

by Laura Sydell

Even though women make up a significant proportion of dedicated gamers, there are few female protagonists in big-selling video games. The same goes for ethnic and racial minorities.

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Economy

Community Sourced Capital Connects Businesses With Local Funds

7:46am June 11, 2014

by Beverly Amsler

Banks aren't always the right fit for small businesses. Local branches of the Seattle startup called Community Sourced Capital hook up small businesses with local residents as a loan source.

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Economy

Summer Travel Season Expected To Heat Up

1:46pm May 23, 2014

by David Schaper

AAA predicts that more Americans will travel this Memorial Day weekend than any other since the start of the Great Recession. Those who do may find higher air fares but gas prices have leveled off.

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David Loberg's family farm in Carroll, Neb., is featured in the film Farmland.

Agribusiness Funds 'Farmland' To Counter Hollywood Message

11:38am May 06, 2014

by Adam Ragusea

Films like Food Inc. and King Corn highlight the evils of big agriculture. Now farmers are hitting back with their own movie, Farmland. It was funded by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance.

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Fiat Chrysler To Outline 5-Year Strategic Plan

10:34am May 06, 2014

by Tracy Samilton

The automaker reached most of the last targets which were set shortly after Fiat took over Chrysler in 2009. Fiat Chrysler's CEO will again answer questions about the company's long-term viability.

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Stronger Patent Protections Sought In Pacific Rim Trade Pact

12:29pm April 28, 2014

by NPR Staff

Diverse industries, from pharmaceuticals to film, are lobbying for strict patent protections in the Trans-Pacific trade deal.

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Economy

Tremendously Gratifying To Win 2 Pulitzers, 'Post' Editor Says

4:33pm April 16, 2014

After years of circulation declines and painful staffing cuts, this year's two Pulitzer Prizes are especially sweet. David Greene talks to Marty Baron, the executive editor for The Washington Post.

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