Executives see diversification boosting resilience of Austin’s economy
If the Austin metro area were a country, its economy would be the same size as Hungary, a mid-sized European nation, and its growth rate would match that of China. That’s because Austin’s economy is increasingly diversified, according to the investo.....»»
Bank of Canada rate cut bets sink as investors eye post-election spending
Investors are ditching bets that the Bank of Canada will cut interest rates over the coming months as the domestic economy shows resilience and the federal election result adds to prospects of growth-boosting fiscal spending next year......»»
Wells Fargo execs bullish on economy, as bank continues to navigate expenses
Executives at Wells Fargo & Co. are bullish on the economy moving into the rest of 2021. Driving that outlook is increased consumer spending and promising credit quality largely due to federal assistance......»»
Wells Fargo execs bullish on economy, bank continues to navigate expenses
Executives at Wells Fargo are bullish on the economy moving into the rest of 2021. Driving that outlook is increased consumer spending and promising credit quality largely due to federal assistance......»»
US economy adds 916,000 jobs in March as service-sector hiring booms
The labor market’s recovery from the damage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic gained further momentum in March as states continued to ease restrictions, boosting hiring in leisure and hospitality......»»
US stocks inch higher after Fed Chair Powell says the economy is recovering faster than expected, while investors eye rising COVID-19 cases in Europe
Europe is in focus as EU leaders hold a virtual summit to discuss boosting vaccine supplies and their rollout across the bloc. Spencer Platt/Getty Images US stocks rose Thursday after .....»»
American Airlines doubles down on Austin, announces 10 nonstop flights
American Airlines is bringing 10 new flights to Austin, to places such as New Orleans, Las Vegas and Raleigh-Durham. Click through to read more about why airline executives are making the big investment......»»
2021 economic outlook: Executives discuss global, national and Milwaukee trends
At a recent event hosted by the Milwaukee Business Journal, local business leaders offered insights about the economy, the results of a Milwaukee Business Journal /CIBC survey and how their businesses have responded to the health crisis......»»
Year-old Austin startup Katana Graph scores $28.5M, plans to triple headcount
The CEO of this graph computing company said Michael Dell emailed him personally about investing. "Of course, we said yes." Click through for more details about the funding round, including how executives plan to spend it......»»
Econofact: How to nearly eliminate the tragedy of childhood poverty, while also boosting the economy
A social insurance program for children could dramatically reduce child poverty in the U.S., as Social Security has done for elderly poverty......»»
America is failing at the best way to tackle climate change while boosting the economy: energy efficiency.
Energy efficiency is too often overlooked as a climate change solution, yet it is a proven and cost-effective climate strategy. Solar panels used to generate renewable energy at the Sustainability Pavilion at the Dubai Expo 2020. Karim.....»»
Opinion: Tacoma needs economic diversity more than ever
This pandemic has shown how reliant Tacoma is on traditional industries and exposed the lack of diversification in its economy, writes David Kirichenko......»»
Meet the next round of 2021 Power Leaders 250 (Part 2)
In the second part of our Power Leaders 250 reveal, we share 50 more top executives from an array of South Florida industries that keep our economy going strong......»»
Publisher"s notebook: Oregon resilience in action
Portland-area executives map their strategies for 2021......»»
Small Business, Big Mission Part III: "Amid a year of heartache, a story of resilience"
Part III of our Small Business, Big Mission project shares Atlanta stories that underscore the improving U.S. economy in the latter half of 2020 and the perseverance of the American small business owner......»»
As Austin extends stay-at-home order, business leaders recommend steps for reopening economy
A Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce task force has released its recommendations for reopening the local economy during the Covid-19 pandemic, on the same day more economic restrictions lifted statewide and local officials extend stay-home orders. Among.....»»
Domain, other Simon malls to reopen Friday, CNBC reports
On the heels of Gov. Greg Abbott announcing plans to reopen parts of the Texas economy, the country's largest mall owner plans to reopen 49 shopping centers across the nation May 1-4, including five in Austin, according to CNBC. On May 1, Simon Property .....»»
Several Buffalo executives named to NYS"s reopening panel
The governor's office has released the list of the 100 business, labor and education leaders who will assist in implementing the reopening of New York state's economy as the Covid-19 pandemic recedes. Among those from the Buffalo area are: René Jones.....»»
Innovation Inc: Weeks of resilience are still just a prologue to an uncertain reopening
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images "Resilience." It's the word that has come up most often in calls over the past few weeks with CEOs, elected officials, IT leaders, and other prominent executives when describing the response to the coronavirus pandemic in the.....»»
Report finds Carnival allowed cruises to sail despite knowing about coronavirus threat
New details are emerging about how cruise lines have handled the coronavirus pandemic. Bloomberg News reports executives from Carnival knew about the crisis yet continued operations as normal. Bloomberg reporter Austin Carr joins CBSN with details......»»
On 4/20, 11 Cannabis Executives To Outline The Current State Of The Industry
As the global economy has come to a halt, a select few industries have actually benefited from the global quarantines and stay-at-home orders. read more.....»»