Archive for February 2025
Tariffs could have a chilling effect on home construction amid inventory crisis
Homebuilding, construction and development executives say planned federal tariffs would inevitably increase prices on key materials, and those costs would be passed along to consumers. Read More
Read MoreBending Spoons closes Brightcove acquisition
The Boston-based video streaming platform is now private after 13 years as a public company. Read More
Read MoreDell Technologies moves to end remote work
The move, which effects thousands of Massachusetts workers, is set to take effect March 3. Read More
Read MoreBoston Boatworks files for bankruptcy protection
Boston Boatworks, a rare local boat builder, has filed for bankruptcy with liabilities more than doubling the company’s assets, according to court filings. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know, and a poet for us all
Good morning. Here are the five things you need to know in local business news, including Boston rent control, part 2; ICE; Startups to Watch; and poetry good for the soul. Read More
Read MoreFauci, Huffington to be part of new Museum of Science program
A new yearlong program at the Museum of Science will feature Dr. Anthony Fauci, who has become a lightning rod among many for his prominent role early in the country’s response to the pandemic. Read More
Read MoreMassachusetts defensetech company cuts jobs
Mercury Systems Inc. has cut 145 roles in its latest round of layoffs. Read More
Read MoreUS accounting industry is worried about a labor shortage that may not exist
Stagnant starting pay, higher requirements and fewer accounting majors all point to a different problem, according to one expert. Read More
Read MoreFederal spending cuts may leave low-income housing programs in limbo
Housing affordability has emerged as a signature issue across the country, for both renters and homebuyers, especially since the pandemic. Read More
Read MoreJosh Kraft launches mayoral campaign, blasts Wu’s development policies
In his first remarks as a candidate, Josh Kraft did not refrain from criticizing Wu, saying she has been driven more by ideology than achieving results. Read More
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