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Mercedes-Benz USA opened its new North American headquarters in Sandy Springs last week. Tariffs on steel could affect the car industry in the South, some experts and German leaders say.

Steel Tariffs Could Hurt Southern Automakers, Some Experts Say

Tasnim Shamma • Mar 21, 2018

Ron Marks is the founder of AtlantaFresh, which produces Greek yogurt and milk products in Chamblee. The company is closing its business after nearly a decade because Whole Foods canceled its contract early. Whole Foods was acquired by Amazon last fall.

Founder: Atlanta-Area Company Closes After Whole Foods Cancels Contract Early

Tasnim Shamma • Mar 13, 2018

Food Halls Popping Up Across Metro Atlanta

Amy Wenk, Atlanta Business Chronicle • Mar 9, 2018

The German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) of the Southern U.S. said tariffs on steel and possibly European cars would lead to higher prices for consumers.

German Business Leaders Worry About Tariff Impacts In The South

Tasnim Shamma, Susanna Capelouto • Mar 5, 2018

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TechOperators Raising $100M+ Venture Capital Fund

Urvaksh Karkaria • Feb 27, 2018

Company spokesman Kent Landers says Coca-Cola has been implementing a new model that returns ownership of its bottling system to local operators.

Coca-Cola Cutting Up To 350 Jobs, Mostly From Its Atlanta Headquarters

Associated Press • Feb 27, 2018