3M beat Q4 forecasts with $1.83 adjusted EPS and wider margins, but shares dipped after 2026 guidance left investors cautious.

Minneapolis jewelers say Amazon’s experimental AI tools listed their products without permission, creating mislabels and unwanted orders while merchants push back.

St. Louis Park has launched a façade improvement grant program for local businesses, in partnership with Hennepin County, to enhance commercial areas such as Walker Lake and CedarLou Corridor.

Duluth Economic Development Authority launches a pilot program waiving the fee for Commercial Operator’s Permits, allowing local mobile food vendors to operate in city parks for free this summer.

The City of Duluth promotes its "New Year, New Career" initiative focused on jobseeker aid via CareerForce's free services, training programs, and a job fair.

Minnesota businesses are encouraged to apply for a new grant offering funds for cargo bikes and e-bikes to promote green transport for commercial use.

Invictus Brewing Co. has closed due to rising costs and challenges finding a new location, joining other Minnesota breweries that shut down recently, amid broader industry struggles and changing drinking habits.

MPRB seeks a new culinary partner for the Water Works Pavilion by the Stone Arch Bridge, with a proposal deadline of January 23, 2026, for operation starting in May 2026.

Zero Zone Refrigeration, LLC is expanding its Ramsey facility by 57,000 sq ft, aiming to boost production by 30%, enhance product testing, and create 55 new jobs.

Nominations are open for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards, with the SBA seeking the top small businesses and entrepreneurs for various categories.

MnDOT is offering free classes and networking opportunities for small businesses to improve skills and participate in projects, including workshops and one-to-one coaching sessions.

Saint Paul recognized local small businesses with awards and is enhancing the city with festive events, permit holidays, and support initiatives like the STAR Grant Rounds and MN PROMISE Act grants.

Brooklyn Park and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development are hosting a roundtable for local small business owners on December 11 for networking and discussion.