Archive for February 2025

  Despite a recent improvement in inventory, pending sales are down compared to last year.  Read More

  We’re looking at how the back-and-forth exchange over tariffs between the United States, Mexico and Canada is creating uncertainty for business owners, and we spotlight a perhaps surprising reason some employees might be on the hunt for a new job.  Read More

  Facing a $250 million budget shortfall over the next two years, the hospital owner told workers this week it will consolidate jobs and lay off an unspecified number of management and administrative employees.  Read More

  A small group of wealthy research universities were singled out in the federal agency’s new policy of limiting how much of the grants can be used for indirect research costs.  Read More

  City officials have rejected abatement requests for some of Boston’s largest office towers, including 125 High St. and 60 State St. But landlords have appealed those decisions to a state board, and that board’s rulings could have major consequences for the city and property owners.  Read More

  Davio’s will have a special four-course dinner — and an opportunity to see the Celtics’ NBA championship trophy. Here’s more on that and other retail news.  Read More

  The monthly Business Confidence Index was up slightly in January, but remains below the two-year high reached in November.  Read More

  The British drug giant said it will vacate its Rockville, Maryland building when its lease is up in June 2026.  Read More

  The CWE “needs to be very clear that any programming and services we offer are not focused on any particular group,” its CEO said.  Read More

  Three business leaders write that a collective commitment to advancing women leaders will ensure that the Massachusetts business community remains a leader in driving equity, inclusiveness, opportunity and success for all.  Read More