In this week’s #TwoMinuteTip, we explore how private equity is shaping data center expansion and how the local impacts are fueling community resistance. For more tips like this, sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://ow.ly/URpT50Y0fQT

A new semester means a brand-new lineup of Reynolds Center events 📣 Spend the spring with us as we discuss the music industry, the business of sports, how to use data to elevate your stories, and more! For more info, visit https://businessjournalism.org/events/.

Something that impacts all businesses and workers is taxes. So today, let’s talk about some of the changes the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” made to the tax code. Read more by signing up for our free weekly newsletter on our website or Substack! https://businessjournalism.org/2-minute-tips/

When Tricolor Holdings collapsed last year, lenders and investors were left exposed to potential losses of more than $900 million. Read more from Quỳnh Lê at https://ow.ly/t3mW50XVTeZ

Just one day left to apply! ⌛ Submit your application by 11:59 PM (MST) on January 1, 2026 to be considered for the James B. Steele Fellowship for Investigative Business Journalism. 🔗 Learn more and apply: businessjournalism.org/fellowship/

Don't forget to submit your application for the James B. Steele Fellowship! The fellowship includes: ▪️Full tuition ▪️Biweekly stipend ▪️1-on-1 mentorship ▪️and more! Apply by 11:59 PM (MST) on Thursday, January 1 to be considered. Learn more at businessjournalism.org/fellowship/

Happy holidays from all of us at The Reynolds Center! As we wrap up 2025, our staff will be taking a well-deserved break to prepare for the new year. Thank you for being a part of our community. We look forward to seeing you in 2026! ✨

With the holiday season & full weight of tariffs in effect, retailers big and small are having to make tough decisions. @sabew.bsky.social hosted a webinar on Dec. 10 to highlight key issues reporters are seeing in the industry & share tips. https://businessjournalism.org/2025/12/sabew-retail-2025/

Many sectors of the economy have seen drastic changes this year, including the workplace. So today, let’s explore some recent workplace trends that are sure to persist well into 2026. Sign up for our free #TwoMinuteTip to read more! https://businessjournalism.org/2-minute-tips/

In today's #TwoMinuteTip, we take a look at how electricity rates are changing, what may be contributing to it, and what journalists can do to find relevant stories. Read it now by signing up for our free weekly Two Minute Tip! https://businessjournalism.org/2-minute-tips/

There's still time to apply for the 2026-27 James B. Steele Fellowship! Work alongside a small team of expert editors at the Reynolds Center while earning your MMC or MAIJ at ASU. The fellowship includes tuition, a stipend and more. For more info on eligibility and how to apply, visit our website.

SABEW's recent panel with winners from the 2024 Best in Business Awards dove into the reporters' journalistic process behind their award-winning stories. We have the highlights for you here: https://businessjournalism.org/2025/12/sabew-bib-2025/

We spoke with @sfchronicle.com photojournalist @brontewittpenn.bsky.social about her recent award-winning coverage on the impact of underinsurance on wildfire victims. Listen to the full episode on our website: businessjournalism.org/2025/12/bron...

Small Business Saturday was created in 2010 by American Express “to encourage people to Shop Small and bring more holiday shopping to small businesses.” Learn more about Small Business Saturday on our website! https://ow.ly/aVmV50XxRcT!

The Steele Fellowship funds up to 3 individuals each year to complete a MAIJ or MMC at ASU while working at the Reynolds Center. 📅 Early application deadline for MAIJ & MMC programs: Dec 1, 2025 📅 Fellowship application deadline: Jan 1, 2026 🔗 Learn more & apply: businessjournalism.org/fellowship/

“I knew these subsidies were going to expire, but I wasn’t expecting it to almost double.” A timely story by Grace Berry of Cronkite News that explores the financial impact on consumers if healthcare subsidies expire in Dec. https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/11/10/shutdown-obamacare-subsidies/

A series by @sfchronicle.com @meganmunce.bsky.social @susien.bsky.social @brontewittpenn.bsky.social uncovered how systemic use of a flawed estimator tool leaves homeowners drastically underinsured. It won a Gold prize in the 2025 Barlett & Steele Awards. 🔗 businessjournalism.org/2025/11/burn...

It was an honor having @davidarmstrongx.bsky.social, Maurice Tamman, @meganmunce.bsky.social, @susien.bsky.social, A. J. Lagoe, David Leffler, Susan White, Salina Arredondo, Savanna Strott, and Alexa York join us for the awards ceremony last week! 🎉 Read more: businessjournalism.org/2025/11/2025...

An investigation by @statnews.com uncovered how UnitedHealth boosted profits by acquiring healthcare providers & exploiting the Medicare Advantage program. This series earned the Silver Award (Global/National) in the 2025 Barlett & Steele Awards. Learn more: businessjournalism.org/2025/11/heal...

Join us at 5 p.m. in the First Amendment Forum to hear from these award-winning journalists and learn more about their incredible investigations! The event will also be shared on the Cronkite School's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@asucronkite... if you're not able to join us in person!

@kare11.bsky.social reporter A.J. Lagoe and his team uncovered how falsified treatment records and service logs siphoned millions from Minnesota’s Medicaid program, resulting in an immediate government response. We spoke with Lagoe to learn more: businessjournalism.org/2025/11/reco...

Join us to celebrate the 2025 Barlett & Steele Awards! Journalists from across the country will share a behind-the-scenes look at their award-winning investigations in a discussion held at The Cronkite School on November 5. Learn more at businessjournalism.org/events/

Congrats to Mia Osmonbekov for being selected as a @sabew.bsky.social 2025 Goldschmidt Fellow! The 19 selected fellows will attend the 2025 Goldschmidt FRED advanced data workshop, visit the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis & explore how to find new stories on the American economy. #SABEWandFRED

Federal Reserve officials showed a willingness to lower interest rates further this year, but many expressed caution driven by concerns over inflation at their policy gathering last month

Overall, it’s estimated that Bad Bunny's recent residency generated $400 million for Puerto Rico's economy and supported countless small businesses across the island. Sign up for our free newsletter to read more! https://reynoldscenter.substack.com/p/de-puerto-rico-al-mundo

@businessjournalism.org names annual Barlett & Steele award winners: talkingbiznews.com/media-news/p...

We're proud to announce the winners of the Barlett and Steele Awards for Investigative Business Journalism! Each investigation shed light on a systematic abuse that has left Americans disadvantaged in the face of corporate power. See comments for more. businessjournalism.org/2025/09/2025...

Curious how the U.S. labor market is shifting? Quỳnh Lê shares three metrics that provide some insight, including the quit rate. Read more at businessjournalism.org/2025/09/quit...

Earlier this month, pop fans were delighted to see Ariana Grande had chosen not to use dynamic pricing in concert ticket sales for her upcoming tour. We discuss dynamic pricing and how it’s used in this week's #TwoMinuteTip. Sign up for free to read more! reynoldscenter.substack.com

Initially introduced as a week-long celebration in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was expanded to 31 days in 1987 to honor Latine culture, history, and achievements. In recognition, we will highlight a journalist, resource, or fact each day. Be sure to follow so you don’t miss anything!

Congratulations to our assistant director Julianne Culey for successfully completing ASU's Supervisor Development Program last month! 🎉 We're so proud of all Julianne has accomplished so far at the Reynolds Center and look forward to her continued growth and future achievements!

Are you a NIMBY or a YIMBY? 🏘️ Learn more about the YIMBY movement in this week's #TwoMinuteTip. Sign up for free on our website or Substack to read the full newsletter! reynoldscenter.substack.com

Personal finance stories often hide in plain sight, and @sabew.bsky.social hosted a webinar in partnership with the National Endowment for Financial Education to help journalists learn how to uncover them. Quỳnh Lê shares the major takeaways at businessjournalism.org/2025/09/pers...

Introducing our Lunch & Learn series! 💫 Join us as we explore a different beat topic each month from a business journalism perspective & share reporting tips. Lunch will be provided! To help us guarantee enough food, please RSVP for the date(s) you plan to join us: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We're thrilled to introduce our 2025-2026 James B. Steele Fellows! The James B. Steele Fellowship will support their studies at The Cronkite School at ASU. They will work with the Reynolds Center over the fall and spring semesters to further expand our business journalism coverage.

In June, the private equity firm that owns CareerBuilder and Monster.com announced it would sell them off after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Read about how the job board scene has changed in today's #TwoMinuteTip, available on our website and Substack! reynoldscenter.substack.com

#TwoMinuteTip: While the cost of producing a penny is now almost 4 cents per coin, that hasn’t always been the case, and stopping production may have unexpected side effects. Visit our website or Substack to read more about the U.S. penny in this week's newsletter! reynoldscenter.substack.com

Driving home from work? End your day on a high note with one of our podcast episodes! From congressional stock trading to how AI is impacting the art scene, there's something for everyone 😎 If there's something you'd like to see us cover next, leave us a comment! reynoldscenter.podbean.com

The recent federal budget bill is set to make the largest cuts to SNAP in the program’s history. The U.S. Dept of Agriculture estimates “every $5 in new SNAP benefits generates as much as $9 of economic activity.” Read about other local angles to explore in this week's #TwoMinuteTip.

LAST CALL Entries close TONIGHT at 11:59 PM (Arizona time). Get your award entries in before then to be considered for the 2025 Barlett & Steele Awards! businessjournalism.org/awards/

Did you know we're on Substack? 👀 If email newsletters aren't your thing, you can always read our #TwoMinuteTip there! Our next tip on international travel trends to the U.S. publishes on July 29. Subscribe for free today to make sure you don't miss it! reynoldscenter.substack.com

Each year the Barlett & Steele Awards recognizes one journalist under 35 who demonstrates outstanding ability in investigative business reporting. If you know someone who deserves to be recognized, send them this post! Enter by July 31, 2025 to be considered. businessjournalism.org/awards/

Meet Dr. Jeffrey Timmermans, director of the Reynolds Center! Dr. Timmermans shares what he has learned during his career as a journalist and educator as well as his advice for aspiring journalists. Visit our website to learn more about the Reynolds Center for Business Journalism!

George Headley speaks with reporter Debbie Cenziper who spent 14 months investigating the FDA with a team of reporters, including her students. They found that it allowed over 150 drugs in the US that should have been deemed too risky for distribution. Listen now at ow.ly/Brmr50WrzxY

There are TWO WEEKS LEFT to submit your work for the 2025 Barlett & Steele Awards! These awards honor the best in investigative business journalism from the past year, and there are never any entry fees. Learn more and enter today at businessjournalism.org/awards/

AWARD ENTRIES OPEN UNTIL 7/31 Visit our website for details + interviews with past winners including: 🥇Margie Mason @robinmcdowell.bsky.social @apnews.com 🥈@nicoleeinbinder.bsky.social‬ @dakincampbell.bsky.social @businessinsider.com 🥉Sharon Lerner @propublica.org businessjournalism.org/awards/

Have you seen the results of our 2025 salary survey yet? 👀 Spoiler: It shows that business journalists earn at least 30% more than the average journalist in the U.S! Check out the full press release at businessjournalism.org/salary-survey/ @sabew.bsky.social #BizJournalism #BusinessJournalist

Each year Barlett & Steele winners visit ASU journalism classes to speak with students about their investigations, providing a valuable experience for the next generation of journalists. 2025 award entries are now OPEN 👉 businessjournalism.org/awards/ - Pictured: Reporter Ames Alexander in 2024.

Phoenix Fan Fusion hit a new record of 130,145 attendees for the weekend of June 6-8. This greatly surpassed the previous record of 106,069 in 2016, showing encouraging recovery post-COVID. Read about the business of conventions in this week's #TwoMinuteTip: businessjournalism.org/2-minute-tips/

AI is a hot topic everywhere including in the world of fashion. From developing templates for backgrounds to the virtual prototyping of garments, new AI software is rapidly changing how the fashion industry conducts business. Alana Lynch has the story at businessjournalism.org/2025/06/fash...