Siemens Energy plans to add more than 500 jobs in NC
The unit of German technology conglomerate Siemens AG plans to add most of the jobs in Mecklenburg and Wake counties, where it already has operations.
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North Carolina Department of Commerce
North Carolina & race to be No. 1: We’re on way to become ‘envy of the world,’ says commerce secretary
NC Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders said on Thursday that collaboration on workforce development will be critical for long-term economic growth.
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North Carolina rises to No. 20 in new innovation economy study
A new report concludes that North Carolina ranks 20th in the United States when it comes to innovation, up one spot from the prior report.
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NC unemployment rate drops to 3.7%; number of people working climbs by 18,000
According to the latest data, North Carolina’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.7% in February 2022. But there could be a pause in hiring due to uncertainty.
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NC Department of Commerce opens $48M fund for rural economic development
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced today that applications would now be accepted for a new $48 million grant program.
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NC’s unemployment rate drops below 4% – but storms are on horizon
The latest data from the North Carolina Department of Commerce shows that across all sectors of the state’s economy, there are more jobs now than a year ago. But there are storms coming, points out N.C. State economist Dr. Mike Walden.
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NC’s unemployment rate drops to 3.7% in December 2021
North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 3.7% in December, while the national unemployment rate dropped to 3.9%.
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What to expect from today’s Launch 2022 event hosted by the Raleigh Chamber
Launch 2022 will include presentations on commercial real estate, economic development, the talent and labor market, and venture capital, organizers tell WRAL TechWire.
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We’re No. 1: North Carolina ranks first in nation for strong business climate
A national economic development magazine has released its annual business climate rankings report, and North Carolina sits alone in the top spot in the nation.
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