Economy

Mayor Lori Lightfoot as she presented her proposed 2022 budget to the City Council Monday. Lightfoot’s proposal included $500 monthly payments to 5,000 Chicago-area families for 12 months. CHICAGO, IL - Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot,…

Amid National Small Business Week, only 38% of small business owners believe the United States is heading in the right direction – a 29% decline since June;  Inflationary Pressures, Labor Shortage, Mental Health Struggles Among Top Issues…

Copper is often called Dr. Copper because of its critical applications in a wider range of industries than other commodities. A number of factors point to a severe scarcity in copper over the decades and concomitantly to a severe scarcity…

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity in Tallahassee FL. File photo: Felix Mizioznikov, Shutterstock.com, licensed. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - A lawsuit was filed by 10 unemployed Broward County residents on Sunday against Florida…

Congress created the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) in 1934. The FHA became a part of the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Housing in 1965. File photo: DC Stock Photography, Shutterstock.com, licensed. …

According to the Labor Department, the consumer price index increased 0.9 percent in June, compared to the 0.6 percent increase in May; experts had anticipated a 0.5 percent increase and one nearly double that has proven troubling to…

On Florida's northwestern Gulf coast, the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve supports 65 jobs and generates $46.4 million, including $15.1 million in labor income. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. APALACHICOLA, FL…

According to Advanced Energy Economy, each dollar of public investment into electric vehicles generates $2.60 of direct private investment. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. MIAMI, FL - Florida would benefit from the federal…

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has attributed the sudden PPI increase to the rising costs of lumber; diesel fuel, ethanol, and natural gas; structural, architectural, pre-engineered metal products; and food such as beef and veal. File…

The architectural, engineering and construction industries have for years now received research and development (R&D) tax credits, a just and deserved reward and incentive for those industries’ roles in fostering innovation and…

Before the Chinese pandemic hit, President Donald J. Trump had a record of achievement that was the envy of most of the world. Editorial credit: Drop of Light / Shutterstock.com, licensed. DELRAY BEACH, FL - The “they” I'm referring to…

We have all been trying to save during this pandemic, so how should we view our tax refund? Spend or save it? With many states beginning to open back up, we are faced with a very difficult choice. Do we save or spend our tax…

In addition to exacerbating our domestic problems, our foreign problems seem to be met by complete ignorance on the part of the Biden Administration. File photo: Stratos Brilakis, Shutterstock.com, licensed. DELRAY BEACH, FL - After…

Second from left, Robin Eshaghpour with Thanksgiving Meal Distribution volunteers in November 2020. JAMAICA, NY - “We were at the peak of the epidemic, and I felt an obligation to give back to a community that’s been good to me and my…

Gov. Ron DeSantis says his executive order waiving the work-search requirement for those getting unemployment benefits will likely end May 29. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL - Laid-off workers who had to fight…

President Joe Biden's recently unveiled funding request will cost the American people dearly if approved. File photo credit: BiksuTong, Shutterstock.com, licensed. WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Establishment politicians on both sides of…

George Onuorah, 62, who is challenging one term incumbent City Councilmember Francisco Moya in this coming June 22nd’s Democratic primary in the 21st District of Queens, New York City, New York. George Onuorah, 62, who is challenging…

WASHINGTON, D.C. - According to reports, the federal budget deficit in the current fiscal year is expected to hit $2.3 trillion, or 10.3 percent of gross domestic product (GDP). This will cause the government’s debt to exceed the size…

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A new paper jointly released by The Concord Coalition and the Global Aging Institute (GAI) identifies five goals that should be high priorities for policymakers as we confront the long-term challenges created by the…

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The IMF announced today in a press briefing that a small team from the Argentine Economy Ministry is planning a visit to Washington this week and that the discussions between the IMF and the Argentinian authorities…

Andrew Schenker (left) stands with his daughter, Kaily Schenker; wife, Lauren Cooper; and son, Julian Schenker. Andrew received a letter saying he was at risk of losing financial assistance for the bronze-level plan he shares with his wife…

A recently-released survey by the National Retail Federation found about 148 million U.S. adults plan to participate in Halloween-related activities this year—down from the 172 million in the 2019 survey. And those planning to celebrate by…

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The IMF says the world’s economy was “less dire” than it expected, but that there is still work to be done to help growth return in “the long ascent” back from crisis, Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said…

The pandemic has created chaos in all areas of our daily lives and business, but it has also created lots of opportunities, too. Remember, overall nothing has really changed. People still need to eat, shop, communicate with each other,…

Despite impending changes, a study found that respondents have major concerns regarding the societal impact of robotics entering the realm of Quick Service Restaurant operations, including the cleanliness and food safety of robot…

Union groups are holding caravans and "day of action" events across the state to bring attention to the needs of working families. Photo credit: Space Coast AFL-CIO. TALLAHASSEE, FL - This Labor Day, Florida labor groups are holding…

One Team - One Mission, Food Distribution with Coral Springs Police Department officers and Coral Springs Fire Department at Coral Square Mall parking lot. File photo: Coral Springs, Florida, May 19, 2020 Editorial credit: YES Market Media…

The survey polled more than 1,100 businesspersons across 20 US metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs). The respondents – primarily C-suite executives, vice presidents, and senior managers – represent a cross-section of industries. Photo…

Before this bull market in gold ends, gold will reach previously unimaginable levels – $20,000 and higher. Like gold, silver has a long monetary history. But there are some obvious and important differences between the two metals.…