Economy Alabama Real Estate Report offers good news for both home buyers, sellers Alabama recorded 5,168 home sales in November, a 5.9 percent increase over October’s figures. Staff2 days ago
Economy Reports: Electric vehicles spark positive economic momentum American consumers purchased more than 300,000 EVs in the third quarter of 2023 to set a new sales record. StaffOctober 19, 2023
Economy Survey: Inflation, labor remain top challenges for small businesses Twenty-three percent of owners listed inflation as the single greatest problem. StaffOctober 11, 2023
Economy U.S. casino gaming industry’s monumental impact of gaming on economy: New study revealed 71 percent of U.S. adults see the positive economic impact of the casino gaming industry. StaffOctober 10, 2023
Economy Governor announces major tax reform to benefit small businesses More than 3,000 Alabama small businesses will no longer be required to pay monthly estimated sales taxes. StaffSeptember 27, 2023
Economy Bridge + Root named Alabama’s Emerging Retailer of the Year The Retailer of the Year judges were impressed with owner Aisha Taylor’s use of digital marketing and other promotional efforts, StaffSeptember 19, 2023
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate remains unchanged at 57 percent Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate held steady at its record low 2.1 percent. StaffSeptember 18, 2023
Economy Small business optimism declines in August as inflation drives costs higher Small business owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months deteriorated seven points. StaffSeptember 13, 2023
Economy AlabamaWorks announces 2023 Innovator Award winners The Innovator Awards were created to highlight people and programs across the state that take an innovative approach to solve workforce challenges. StaffSeptember 11, 2023
Economy Statewide survey of employed, unemployed youth in Alabama The survey revealed that 80 percent of young people in Alabama are content with their jobs. StaffAugust 29, 2023
Economy Alabama Realtors release July Economic and Real Estate Report Alabama's median sales price increased to $228,030, achieving the highest median sales price recorded this year. StaffAugust 22, 2023