nc economy

Economic forecast: Raleigh set to grow at second-fastest rate in nation

Posted by Jason Parker | Jan 4, 2023

At the Launch 2023 event on Wednesday, economic strategist Ted Abernathy said that the future of the Raleigh area is one that relies on continued growth.

Unemployment rate fell in 99 of NC’s 100 counties – but what will happen next?

Posted by Jason Parker | Nov 2, 2022

The latest employment data indicates that the state’s job market is bullish for the future with the unemployment rate down in 99 North Carolina counties.

Triangle a ‘shining star’ in U.S. economy, says top Fed official

Posted by Jason Parker | Sep 30, 2022

Despite mixed economic signals in the economy and Jamie Dimon’s remarks that we’re “probably” headed for recession, a top Fed official believes otherwise.

Is the US social safety net a springboard or a cushion?

Posted by Jason Parker | Sep 28, 2022

There’s been renewed debate about the state and federal government’s role in providing a social safety net. Is it a springboard or a cushion? You decide.

US Commerce Secretary selects NC exec Chung as one of 34 advisors

Posted by WRAL TechWire | Aug 22, 2022

Christopher Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, is one of 34 international business and economic leaders who will advise the Secretary of Commerce on how government policies and programs affect the United States’ ability to attract and facilitate foreign business investment.