Arizona was among the top growth states nationally, according to U-Haul’s Growth Index migration data, but the state did slide down a spot in the ranking, reaching seventh place in 2025, as compared to sixth in 2024. The study analyzes one-way trips taken by U-Haul...
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AZ Political Podcast: Economic Impact on the United States During the Government Shutdown
Valley economist Jim Rounds joins Jim Sharpe on the AZ Political Podcast to discuss the government shutdown and how the economy is impacted by it. WATCH NOW
Residents Are Furious—But This $3.2B Project Could Be Arizona’s Biggest Win Yet
In the midst of growing debate surrounding the BNSF Railway’s $3.2 billion Logistics Park Phoenix (LPP) project, the Chamber stands as a steady voice of reason, advocating for balanced growth and economic opportunity. While resident concerns are valid and deserve...
Why are there so many inflation reports and which one matters?
Valley economist and Rounds Consulting president Jim Rounds joins The Chris and Joe Show to break down why there are so many different inflation reports — and what they actually mean for consumers. From inflation data to employment numbers, Rounds explains how...
DEBRIEF: Inside the latest inflation numbers with Garrett Archer
Inflation came in at 2.7% in July, largely unchanged from June. ABC15 Data Analyst Garrett Archer sits down with Jim Rounds, CEO of Rounds Consulting, to discuss the July numbers and what we impacts we could expect. WATCH NOW
Farmers/Products & Paying for College
As new tariffs hit U.S. food imports and grocery bills continue to rise, some consumers are turning to local markets for relief. Jim Rounds, President of Rounds Consulting Group, explains that while companies have absorbed most of the burden so far — about 64% of...
An Update on the Economy
Jim Rounds, the CEO of Rounds Consulting Group, joined “Arizona Horizon” to discuss the latest happenings with the economy. Some notable points include the federal interest-rate decisions, July job numbers and tariff deadlines. Investors have been keeping tabs on all...
Peoria Airpark: An Economic Discussion August 2024
The City of Peoria and Jim Rounds from Rounds Consulting Group, Inc., got together to explain why they are looking into the possibility of an Airpark, potential economic impacts, and answer questions sent in by local residents. WATCH NOW
Tariff-proof your pantry: Which foods to stock up on before import taxes hit home
When it comes to tariff-proofing your pantry, economist Luis Cordova with Rounds Consulting Group, has some tips. READ MORE
Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days but Should Consumers Be Preparing for Another Market Manipulation?
President Donald Trump on Wednesday backed off his tariffs on most nations for 90 days even as he further jacked up the tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%. Arizona's Morning News asked ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers if the tariffs were all about...






