Business News, otherwise known as the Business Report, is a market analysis, which is usually released by leading financial or business organizations on a quarterly basis. It is generally focused towards the sectors and industries that are the potential growth area of the market. It informs the readers about the current trends in the industry, giving them an in-depth insight into the activities and developments of the business world. As a result, it acts as a catalyst for decisions pertaining to expansion, mergers and acquisitions, new launches and product launches, strategic shifts and share sales. This segment is a one of the first to get updated from the market news. Hence, a business owner or an investment professional looking forward to buy shares or invest in a particular industry sector would be well-advised to subscribe to Business News.

A number of online business portals have also started publishing Business News. These publications provide valuable information to investors and business owners. For instance, The Wall Street Journal has dedicated sections for Business News and Investing, respectively. Similarly, Business Week and Business Online feature articles related to Business News. The Financial Times India has also joined the bandwagon by launching a Business section. Business News also forms an integral part of the Business section of the leading daily newspaper, The New York Times.

These publications are circulated to a much larger audience than that of print media. Also, the information is delivered faster and more accurately. Business News is an indispensable part of Business Reports, which are extensively used for making important business decisions and also determining the long term direction of the business. It forms a crucial ingredient for understanding balance sheets, operating results, management guidance, forecast, strategy, and innovation. Also included in the Business News section are special reports, which are published periodically for giving guidance to companies and individuals in their marketing plans.