Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, visited Riyadh where he met with Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, as well as Bandar […]
Assessing the U.S. Economic Climate Since 2022
The question of whether the U.S. economy has entered a recession since 2022 has sparked widespread debate among economists and policymakers. While official determinations rely on data from […]
Vermont and Canadian Officials Strengthen Cross-Border Economic Ties Through Joint Meeting
Economic development leaders from Vermont and neighboring Canadian provinces recently held a collaborative meeting on the water, using a cross-border boat ride as a symbolic and practical platform […]
Rural Mainstreet Index Stays Below Growth Neutral Amid Economic Pressures
The economic outlook for rural communities across the Midwestern United States continues to reflect contraction, as the Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) remains below the growth threshold for the […]
Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair Expected to Generate $7M+ Economic Boost
The Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair, set to run from September 19 to 27 at Kay Rodgers Park in Fort Smith, is projected to generate between $7 million and $7.5 […]
LEO Director Criticizes Michigan House Republican Budget Proposal
LANSING, Mich.—Susan Corbin, Director of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), responded sharply to the Michigan House Republicans’ proposed $78.5 billion budget, warning of severe […]
U.S. Job Market Challenges Amid Economic Shifts
“The latest employment data paints a concerning picture of the current U.S. economic environment,” he remarked, highlighting that the number of new jobs created fell short of earlier […]
Economic Impact of Chef Shaun Brady’s Death Highlights Broader Costs of Gun Violence in Kansas City
The fatal shooting of chef Shaun Brady outside his Kansas City restaurant in August 2024 not only devastated his family and community but also triggered measurable economic consequences […]
Immigrants Drive Population and Economic Growth in Greater Philadelphia Region
Foreign-born residents have played a crucial role in reversing population decline and stimulating economic development across Philadelphia and its surrounding counties, according to a recent report by The […]
Augment or Automate? Two Competing Visions for AI’s Economic Future
The debate over artificial intelligence’s role in the economy centers on two distinct paths: augmentation versus automation. Proponents of augmentation argue that AI should enhance human capabilities, enabling […]