The Week's Top Business Stories
From the editors at Twin Cities Business:
22 Firms Want To Underwrite Vikings Stadium Funding
The firms—which include some of the country’s largest financial services companies—made pitches to help underwrite taxpayers’ $498 million portion of the new stadium.
Target: New Digital Emphasis Drove Job Cuts
As Target makes digital efforts a top priority, 150 jobs have fallen by the wayside.
Famous Dave’s To Add A Dozen New Locations
The new restaurants will open in New York, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, and Puerto Rico during the next three to five years.
MN Among Least-Affected States During Shutdown
Although a large group of federal employees in Minnesota may be laid off in the coming weeks, a recent report said Minnesota is the fourth-least affected state by the government shutdown.
Another Negative Sign For MN’s Entrepreneurial Scene?
Two studies released this year suggest that Minnesota is not a major hotspot for entrepreneurs, but their methodologies open the door to debate.