How prestigious R1 status for UNC Charlotte could boost region"s economy
UNC Charlotte is poised to gain R1 status in 2025 — a classification that recognizes the ever-increasing amount of research it conducts and its roster of top-level talent. It also stands to catapult the university — and region — forward......»»
Biden"s $2 trillion infrastructure plan would lift economy but higher taxes may hamper growth until projects roll out
President Biden's $2 trillion structure plan would boost the economy, .....»»
Washington County: State of the economy
Washington County – largely due to the energy industry, manufacturers, tourism and their leveraged investments in the region – has become a model over the past 20 years for diversified regional economic growth in Pennsylvania......»»
Biden team to recommend spending up to $3T to boost economy, NY Times says
See the rest of the story here. Theflyonthewall.com provides the latest financial news as it breaks. Known as a leader in market intelligence, The Fl.....»»
Biden team preparing to recommend up to $3 trillion in new spending for economy: report
President Joe Biden's economic team is preparing to recommend spending as much as $3 trillion on a set of efforts to boost the economy, reduce carbon emissions and narrow economic in.....»»
Seattle"s venture capital market gets boost from big deals
Although total deal count was down in the region in 2020, deal value was up thanks in part to some major deals for big tech startups......»»
: Biden stimulus will give a major boost to the global recovery, OECD says
The world economy is on track to be back to its pre-pandemic level by the middle of the year thanks to the $1.9 trillion fiscal stimulus package, the OECD said on Tuesday......»»
US officials believe Russia launched a disinformation campaign against the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to boost the status of its own: Report
US intelligence officials believe this effort to undermine the Pfizer vaccine is a way to bolster the status of Russia's vaccine. Oil markets surged in the hours after Pfizer announced.....»»
Democratic senator"s first bill provides 5 million essential workers with a pathway to citizenship
The Citizenship for Essential Workers Act boosts the economy through an expedited pathway to citizenship for essential workers without a legal status. California Secretary of State Alex Padi.....»»
Global Economy To Rebound In 2021 With APAC To Lead Recovery
Global economy to rebound in 2021 with APAC to lead recovery, says GlobalData Q4 2020 hedge fund letters, conferences and more APAC Set To Become The Fastest Growing Region T.....»»
Economic Report: Stimulus checks spark 2.4% surge in consumer spending and boost economy in early 2021
Americans increased spending in January for the first time in three months after the government sent $600 stimulus checks to families and boosted unemployment benefits as part of effort to shore up the economy......»»
Biden’s $15 minimum wage: Would it lift up the poor or kill jobs?
The Biden administration has cast its campaign to raise the minimum wage as a way to aid the working poor, reduce financial inequality and boost the economy. But the Congressional Budget Office estimated it would also end .....»»
The Wall Street Journal: India-focused ETFs may be ready to rebound
India’s economy took a pounding from the COVID-19 pandemic. But could the impact of vaccines — combined with the country’s underlying drivers of growth — boost Indian-focused exchange-traded funds in 2021?.....»»
Despite Trump"s promises, the US trade deficit hit record highs last year. But it"s set to shrink in 2021 - and that"s good news for the economy.
The US trade deficit hit record levels in 2020, but there's good reason to think it will turnaround in 2021. This will boost the US economy. An American flag flies nearby w.....»»
Bank of England downgrades UK growth forecast for 2021 after new lockdown - but holds interest rates as vaccine rollout picks up
The Bank of England was more pessimistic about 2021 growth, but said the UK's speedy vaccine rollout will boost the economy further out. .....»»
New Mexico Outdoor Recreation director set to co-chair multi-state effort to boost outdoor economy
Axie Navas will co-chair an agreement among 13 states to protect and sustain natural resources and wildlife......»»
Why State Aid Stirs Controversy From China to the EU
In theory, the system of free trade driving the world economy is supposed to provide a “level playing field” for all. In practice, countries have long complained that rivals unfairly dish out aid in the form of state-backed subsidies to boost .....»»
Hawaii defense report includes action plan to boost military spending
The Hawaii state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism's Defense Economy SWOT Analysis & Repor.....»»
State of the Region: A statistical snapshot of Atlanta and Georgia
The beginning of each new year is traditionally a time to stop and assess the current status of an organization, whether it is a city or a business. In this special section, Atlanta Business Chronicle provides a number of statistical snapshots for metr.....»»
Walking the walk: Benefits of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Atlanta is a melting pot, a region with a definitive international character. It is also a place where gender, ethnicity, class, disability status, age, sexual orientation and religion contribute to our cultural patina. These characteristics .....»»
Europe Markets: European stocks and U.S. futures extend rally on hopes over fiscal stimulus and vaccine
European stocks extended gains on Thursday, on hopes both for a near-term boost of adrenaline to the global economy as well as hopes that vaccines will eventually put an end to the coronavirus pandemic......»»