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Rising optimism among region’s business leaders suggests growth for Delaware
Business optimism is returning for small and midsize business leaders at the start of 2026, fueling confidence and growth plans. The 2026 Business Leaders Outlook survey, released in January by JPMorganChase, reveals a turnaround from last June, when economic headwinds and uncertainty about shifting policies and tariffs caused some leaders to put their business plans […]
7 Cultural Trends For 2026 And Beyond
Cultural trends for 2026. People are living in the shadow of never-ending uncertainty. Business leaders are expected to survive today and innovate for tomorrow.
Tariffs aren’t slowing down a soaring Long Beach Port, but consumers and businesses feel the pinch
The uncertainty hasn't stopped record-breaking cargo volumes. But with the costs being passed on, smaller businesses say they’re freezing hiring and running out of stockpiled inventory.
Top manufacturing leader meets with Wisconsin companies at Rockwell
NAM leaders met at Rockwell Automation to discuss tariffs, inflation, and policy, highlighting optimism and federal policy uncertainty.
Eurozone Business Confidence Falls
Confidence among firms in the eurozone slipped in February, with the outlook remaining hampered amid elevated trade uncertainty.
Barrett Business Services Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Barrett Business Services (NASDAQ:BBSI) executives said the company finished 2025 with “strong results” despite a late-year moderation in same-customer sales trends and accelerating client workforce reductions tied to macroeconomic uncertainty. Management also introduced its 2026 outlook, emphasizin
Trump's tariffs: Asia braces for another year of Trump tariff turmoil
The US Supreme Court's decision to block a pillar of US trade policy has caused yet more uncertainty.
Hiring vs. contracting becomes a high-stakes business decision
As companies navigate growth, uncertainty and rising labor costs, deciding between hiring an employee or engaging an independent contractor has become a strategic choice, not just an HR one, Fast Company writes. A panel of executives outlines 14 considerations, from whether the work is core and ongoing or project-based and time-bound. The guidance centers on […]
World Baseball Classic: Risky business for Phillies' rotation?
The Phillies send more starters to the WBC than any club. Here’s what that means for a rotation already navigating uncertainty.
Mpls Fed survey: Upper Midwest businesses report falling profits, tariff uncertainty
A survey of businesses by the Minneapolis Fed shows profits are down across the Upper Midwest and many blame government policies such as tariffs.
Supreme Court ruling on tariffs leaves uncertainty for Cincinnati businesses, economists say
A local coffee roaster and University of Cincinnati economist explain how shifting trade policies could impact prices and planning across Ohio.
Sacramento State's FBS move clouded in uncertainty amid questionable financial estimates
Sacramento State's move to the MAC may not turn out to be as lucrative as estimates the school made public
Podcast: The Global Trends Shaping the Way We Do Business
Uncertainty is everywhere. On this episode of The Insightful Leader, we examine the effect of geopolitics on everything from Barbies to Sharpies.
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and...
Small business owner: More uncertainty after Trump tariffs overturned
Marc Bowker, a small business owner, said Trump continues to cause uncertainty for small businesses after Supreme Court tariff ruling.
Portland businesses wonder if they or consumers will get money back from 'illegal tariffs'
There is uncertainty about what is next for local businesses and their customers after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump vowed to work around the ruling to keep his tariffs in place.
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump vowed to work around the ruling to keep his tariffs in place.
Oakland small businesses still face uncertainty after Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
State business leaders react as Supreme Court nixes many Trump tariffs
For Montanan industries, uncertainty remains as the nation’s high court invalidates a swath of Trump’s trade agenda.
Businesses Celebrate Tariff Relief, And Brace for New Uncertainty
The Supreme Court’s ruling against many of President Trump’s tariffs cheered executives who set to work seeking refunds on their duties.
CFO whose business fell 10% from tariffs cheers Supreme Court ruling: ‘No single person should have unilateral authority over tariffs’
Matt Totsch, the CFO of manufacturer Trim-Tex, said businesses like his have been dealing with crippling uncertainty caused by Trump’s chaotic tariff policies.
Trump tariff court ruling does little to end uncertainty for global business
British Chambers of Commerce official says US supreme court decision ‘does little to clear the murky waters’
The Olympics and Politics Are More Intertwined Than Ever. Maybe That’s a Good Thing
The Olympics often provide a moment of unity and celebration during times of geopolitical uncertainty. But blind nationalism didn’t win at the 2026 Winter Games.
With federal research funding uncertain, states debate new science initiatives
A handful of states are considering initiatives to increase funding for scientific research as uncertainty around federal dollars has grown.
Commercial Businesses Enter 2026 with Momentum but Face Uncertainty
MORRISTOWN, N.J., February 19, 2026--Valley Bank releases findings from its second annual Middle-Market C&I Survey: Entering 2026 With Momentum.
Toy firms look to US Supreme Court as tariffs keep them on edge
"You cannot go to sleep on this president," says one toymaker, of the ongoing uncertainty over trade policy.
How public health saved the CDC Injury Center
In a time of uncertainty, the public health campaign to save the CDC Injury Center offers important lessons — and hope.
Government shutdown, immigration demands and midterm politics collide as funding fight continues
Lawmakers left Capitol Hill for recess as the federal government entered another partial shutdown after negotiations over funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security stalled, leaving thousands of federal workers and travelers facing uncertainty.
Even amid rising economic uncertainty, now is not the time to hug your job
In a rapidly changing job market, it’s not necessarily good for workers to cling to their current employment
Black Country Businesses devastation one month after fire
It's been a month of uncertainty for businesses on Sunbeam Street after a huge fire ripped through industrial units in January.
Advancing AI for science: extracting and fusing cross-disciplinary expert knowledge with data to accelerate alloy discovery
High-entropy alloys are promising advanced materials for demanding applications, but discovering useful compositions is difficult and expensive due to the vast number of possible element combinations. Now, researchers have developed a novel AI-driven framework that integrates experimental data, computational modeling, and cross-disciplinary expert knowledge extracted from scientific literature. By combining these sources in a way that accounts for uncertainty, their approach can make reliable predictions even for poorly studied alloy compositions, outperforming conventional data-driven machine learning methods that rely on training data alone.
UK economy grows by 0.1% despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget
ONS reports GDP growth increased in final three months of 2025 after 0.1% growth in previous three months
Small businesses expecting better sales but still weighed down by high uncertainty
The NFIB released its January small business optimism index, showing little movement despite higher sales expectations.
UK Carbon Slumps as Political Turmoil Widens Gap to EU Benchmark
UK carbon futures tumbled, driving the gap with the European Union benchmark to its widest in months as political uncertainty and currency weakness weighed on the market.
Sterling Stays Weaker Even as U.K. Government Bond Yields Fall Amid Political Uncertainty
Pressure has mounted on the government over the appointment of Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to Washington.
Starmer Has an Epstein, Not Truss, Moment
Personal probity is the very least of the British prime minister’s problems, and markets are in for a period of uncertainty.
Rubio leads US delegation to MSC on 'wrecking-ball politics'
The Munich Security Conference comes at "a moment of profound uncertainty," its chairman says, much of it driven by US President Donald Trump's foreign policy.
Private credit worries resurface in $3 trillion market as AI pressures software firms
Artificial intelligence is adding a new layer of uncertainty to the private credit industry, raising concerns that some lenders may face rising defaults.
Ukraine businesses struggle to cope as Russian attacks bring power cuts and uncertainty
While businesses were prepared for electricity cuts due to Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, no one expected such a brutal winter
From COVID’s uncertainty, a stronger small-business culture emerged in Nevada
In the middle of the pandemic, when it seemed like business after business in Las Vegas was closing, Upbeat Health was just getting started. Today, the Summerlin clinic’s mobile wound-care team has grown nearly tenfold, one small example of ...
Uncertainty looms large for Minnesota businesses
While it’s too early to draw firm, data-driven conclusions, no one is going out on a limb by saying the combination of turbulence and uncertainty seen in Minnesota right now will exact an economic price on the state.
BuDhaGirl CEO Jessica Jesse: Building business resilience
BuDhaGirl Founder, CEO and Creative Director Jessica Jesse shares her strategies for building a business that can thrive through uncertainty.
Buccaneers 7-Round PFF Mock Draft: Edge, Depth, and Development
The Buccaneers address EDGE, linebacker depth and running back uncertainty in a full 7-round mock draft using PFF’s simulator.
Scenario Planning’s Role in Business Strategy
Scenario planning helps businesses navigate uncertainty by exploring potential futures and build resilience by preparing to respond effectively.
Euro zone banks tightening access to business credit, ECB survey shows
Euro zone banks tightened access to corporate credit last quarter and expect to see further tightening ahead due to widespread economic uncertainty, partly related to trade policies, the European Central Bank's quarterly Bank Lending Survey showed on Tuesday.
Newsmakers of the Year
Newsmakers are shaping how neighborhoods evolve, how firms navigate politics and how companies adapt to emerging technologies and economic uncertainty.
Las Vegas project manager talks challenges in developing commerical real estate
Las Vegas is a high-velocity market with strong demand drivers, but it rewards disciplined execution and punishes uncertainty, said Art Zargaryan, CEO of Pegasus Development.
Hong Kong business confidence rises despite US-China tensions, survey notes
Business confidence in Hong Kong has improved for 2026 despite continuing global uncertainty, according to a survey report published on Monday by the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong.
Angels Have Plenty Of Closer Options But Lots Of Uncertainty
CT’s largest business group lays out top priorities. They sound familiar
Speakers said Connecticut is at a crossroads with a mixed economic picture, uncertainty due to federal policy changes, inflation and cost of living.
The Polanski effect? These charts reveal how much the Greens have advanced
The Green party has made gains under its leader – but there is also uncertainty ahead
Business Coach Arnaud CZ Releases Free Course to Help Corporate Fathers Build Side Income Amid Rising Job Uncertainty
PRAGUE, CZECHIA, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arnaud CZ, founder of the $100k Dad system, specializing in corporate-to-entrepreneur transit...
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite political pressure
The central bank will maintain rates at 3.5 to 3.75 percent and warned of 'elevated' economic uncertainty.
Fed holds interest rates steady, pausing rate cuts amid economic uncertainty
Federal Reserve policymakers left interest rates unchanged at its January meeting after cutting rates at its three prior meetings amid uncertainty over the labor market and inflation.
Economic Forecast 2026: Key Opportunities For Small Business
Small businesses face cost pressures and uncertainty in 2026, but untapped pricing power and greater agility than large competitors offer paths to stronger growth
Companies rush to refinance amid increased policy uncertainty
The activity may be a signal of corporate borrowers losing confidence.
Tear gas causes health concerns for Twin Cities residents
Federal agents are regularly using chemical irritants like tear gas in attempts to disperse protesters and observers in the Twin Cities. Medical experts say there’s a lot of uncertainty about the health impacts of those chemicals.
US small businesses are doing fine. Don’t believe me? Look at the numbers
Multiple small-business indexes show an uptick in optimism as well as an easing of cost pressures and uncertainty
Michael Smolens: San Diego life science industry still faces ‘headwinds,’ despite reversal of Trump cuts
Biocom CEO says congressional budget action is “encouraging” but great uncertainty still exists in the science world.
Chattanooga health expert advises stocking up on essential meds ahead of winter storm
As freezing temperatures move in and uncertainty remains about road conditions and possible power outages, a health expert in Chattanooga is warning that winter
Rodman contract saga ends with record Spirit deal
United States forward Trinity Rodman has signed a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit to remain at the club, ending months-long uncertainty over the star's future.
Dolphins GM's comments hint at Tua Tagovailoa uncertainty
It appears Tua might not be a certainty to be a Dolphin.
Gilt Yields Rise, Sterling Falls as Political Uncertainty Resurfaces in U.K.
A local district election could usher in the return of Andy Burnham, reports suggested, providing a route back to parliament for the current mayor of Greater Manchester, seen as a figurehead for those on the left of the ruling Labour Party.
European corporate outlook dims slightly, still marred by global uncertainty
The outlook for European corporate health has slightly deteriorated, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, as U.S. tariff respite is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions which are straining traditional Western alliances.
‘I would lose my vision’: Americans relying on ACA health plan face uncertainty
Expiration of expanded subsidies has left many with higher healthcare costs – and some with no coverage at all
How Extra Health’s ‘Doctor in Your Pocket’ Offers a Different Healthcare Access Model
The consequences of waiting are often invisible from the outside, yet they define the lives of those navigating financial uncertainty.
Vikings Turmoil: Addison, Flores & 2026 Plans
Addison drama, Flores' future, QB uncertainty & RB rebuild — Vikings offseason unpacked on 2OB
Looking ahead: New Jersey business leaders weigh in on 2026
NJBIZ surveyed New Jersey business leaders on growth, uncertainty and emerging tech as they share how they are preparing for 2026.
‘It’s whiplash’: reversed cuts ‘incredibly disruptive’ for US mental health and substance abuse programs
Grantees outline risks to vulnerable populations over uncertainty of funds creating gaps in care
Federal mental health funding restored for programs in San Antonio, across US after abrupt reversal
Federal funding for mental health and addiction services will continue after a sudden reversal by the Trump administration — ending a brief but alarming period of uncertainty for nonprofits across the country, including in San Antonio.
Utah Health Policy Project addresses expected changes to healthcare in Utah
Officials addressed uncertainty within the current health policy landscape, and urged lawmakers to find other ways to fund Medicare in Utah.
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget
ONS says GDP expanded in news that is unlikely to deter Bank of England from making more interest rate cuts
Alaska’s third-largest political party votes to dissolve, raising uncertainty for its 19,000 members
The Alaskan Independence Party “has for some time been legally alive yet spiritually dead,” its leaders said.
Small businesses in 'comfortable position' heading into 2026: NFIB
Small businesses ended 2025 with slightly more optimism and less uncertainty than in recent months, which could bode well for their outlook in 2026.
One Year Into Trump’s Term, Where Does Science Funding Stand?
The CEO of AAAS is cautiously optimistic about federal funding for science, even as uncertainty makes research challenging.
Leaders, It’s Time to Build Your Tolerance for Uncertainty
In today’s volatile business environment, leaders must develop uncertainty tolerance as a core skill. Here are three ways to do so: Anchor yourself in clear values and enduring priorities to give yourself stability when everything else is in flux; embrace experimentation, building to learn rather than over-planning; and reframe murky conditions as an opportunity for growth, rather than a threat, so you are able to row through the fog.
Gabe Davis injury: Bills receiver has torn ACL, adding uncertainty to thin position group
Brandin Cooks, Tyrell Shavers and Keon Coleman will take on bigger roles on Saturday
Scientists say Trump's second term has been defined by slashed funding, layoffs and uncertainty
Scientists in the middle of the country told Harvest Public Media that 2025 was a year of major changes and uncertainty.
Trump says he may veto extension of Obamacare subsidies
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he might veto legislation to extend federal health insurance subsidies, injecting fresh uncertainty into a debate that has pitted congressional Republicans against Democrats and threatened to raise premiums for millions of Americans.
John Harbaugh interviews, Matt LaFleur uncertainty fuel wild NFL coaching cycle
Harbaugh is preparing to interview amid multiple vacancies, while the Packers face a looming decision on LaFleur -- setting the stage for one of the most dramatic NFL coaching cycles in years
Turbulence To Opportunity: Business Leaders Survey Sees Growth In 2026
Amid economic uncertainty, JPMorgan Chase Business Leaders Outlook shows more leaders betting on the ability of their organizations to improve growth and profitability.
Economic uncertainty leaves Anchorage’s small-business community unsure about sales tax proposal
The Anchorage Assembly will consider Mayor Suzanne LaFrance’s sales tax measure following a continued public hearing on Tuesday.
Are Diverging Analyst Views Reframing the Policy Risk Narrative Around Universal Health Services (UHS)?
In early January 2026, Wells Fargo downgraded Universal Health Services’ rating and expressed a more cautious view on the hospital operator’s operating outlook, while TD Cowen reaffirmed a positive stance but trimmed its expectations. This divergence in analyst opinions highlights growing uncertainty around how sector-wide policy and reimbursement risks could influence Universal Health Services’ long-term positioning. We’ll now examine how this more cautious stance on hospital operating...
US economy added 50K jobs in December as unemployment rate declines
The Labor Department released the December jobs report, which showed the U.S. economy added jobs at a modest pace to close out 2025 amid economic uncertainty.
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health…
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
Gadgets promoting a wide array of health benefits are on display at the annual CES trade show in Las Vegas.
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health, and an egg-shaped hormone tracker uses AI to help you figure out the best time to conceive.
Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
Gadgets promoting a wide array of health benefits are on display at the annual CES trade show in Las Vegas
Dose of Uncertainty: Experts Wary of AI Health Gadgets at CES
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health, and an egg-shaped hormone tracker uses AI to help you figure out the best time to conceive. Tech and ...
JPMorganChase Survey: U.S. Business Leaders Signal Optimism and Growth Plans for 2026 Despite Economic Uncertainty
NEW YORK, January 07, 2026--At the start of the year, strong optimism among U.S. business leaders is setting the stage for an active 2026, according to JPMorganChase’s annual Business Leaders Outlook survey of small and midsize companies. Following a year of persistent economic and geopolitical headwinds, business leaders are charting a path forward by pursuing growth opportunities, embracing emerging technologies and, in some cases, forging new strategic partnerships.
FEMA planning exercise envisioned deep workforce cuts, adding to uncertainty around agency’s future
Federal Emergency Management Agency leaders were told to prepare for a possible gutting of their workforce — by as much as half — in the coming months, according to an internal email sent to top FEMA officials last month.
Political transition in Venezuela, geopolitical uncertainty could impact markets: UBS managing director
UBS managing director and senior portfolio manager Jason Katz discusses how Venezuela’s political transition could affect markets in the short and long term on ‘Varney & Co.’
Venezuelans face uncertainty as the Trump administration’s plans for their country emerge. Here’s what to know
An emboldened President Donald Trump declared Sunday night that the US is “in charge” of Venezuela after detaining President Nicolas Maduro in a military raid over the weekend, as he issued stark warnings to other countries that they could be next.
Israel to Hold Rates as Regional and Domestic Politics Wobble
Israel’s central bank is set to hold interest rates steady in its first monetary decision of 2026, weighing lowered inflation expectations and a strong shekel against lingering geopolitical and fiscal uncertainty.
Browns rally for walk-off win, but enter offseason of QB uncertainty after another shaky Shedeur Sanders performance vs. Bengals
The Browns won, but they remain without an answer at quarterback.
As More Americans Turn to Self-Employment, Rob Tillman Named 2025 Best Business Coach by Best of Small Business Awards
The 2025 Best Business Coach Award was presented to Rob Tillman as layoffs, AI adoption and job uncertainty drive more Americans toward entrepreneurship. I see this award as a reflection of the smart, talented and driven professionals I’ve worked with, whose real-world outcomes gave voters and judges a basis for their decision.” — Rob Tillman […]
What the US strike in Venezuela means for gas prices and the largest proven oil reserve on the planet
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country following a largescale US strike on Caracas, leaving behind uncertainty for the country – and its massive oil reserves.