KJZZ - Economist: AZ economy is better than growth numbers show, and we'll be OK if recession hits There are signs of optimism in the U.S. economy. The New York Times reported last week that inflation is down, wages are up and job growth is where many economists would...
The New York Times - U.S. Extends Job Growth Streak Even as Economy Cools Employers added 187,000 workers in July, a slower pace than the recent norm, but “more sustainable,” one economist said. The U.S. economy continued to generate sturdy employment growth in July,...
KTAR News - TSMC delays start of Phoenix chip factory production, citing skilled worker shortage The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company is delaying the start of production at its massive plant under construction in Phoenix, spotlighting Arizona’s shortage of...
KTAR News - Phoenix inflation at lowest level in 18 months, but still outpacing US rate The annual inflation rate in metro Phoenix slowed to its lowest level in 18 months, but local inflation remains far ahead of the national rate, according to a federal report...
ABC 15 - Valley insurance agent offers free professional headshots amid encouraging jobs report A recent jobs report surprised some economists cooling down talks of a recession. Here in the Valley, a local insurance agency gave the workforce something to smile about...
Arizona PBS - No progress on debt ceiling after White House meeting as U.S. inches closer to default Representatives of President Joe Biden and congressional Republicans ended another round of debt ceiling talks on Tuesday with no signs of progress as the deadline to...
Phoenix Business Journal - Golf’s growth across Valley spurs $6 billion economic boost while staying environmentally friendly Snowbirds flock to Arizona every year seeking a break from the cold weather throughout the winter in a unique area of the country that...
Cronkite News - Golf’s growth across Valley spurs $6 billion economic boost while staying environmentally friendly Snowbirds flock to Arizona every year seeking a break from the cold weather throughout the winter in a unique area of the country that receives sunshine...
ABC15 - DATA: Job openings fall for four consecutive months The hiring signs are starting to disappear from storefront windows. Labor Department data shows another decline in job openings for the month of March. In March, there were 9.5 million job openings. This was...
ABC15 - Housing market reality check, home prices decreasing in Phoenix area After years of leading the nation in home price growth, the Phoenix metro is now dipping into the red, according to the latest S&P Corelogic Case-Shiller Indices, released April 25. It’s...