Economy NFIB: Small business job openings fall to lowest level since July 2020 NFIB report shows small business job openings at historic low, with labor quality concerns persisting despite modest compensation gains. StaffSeptember 5, 2025
Economy BCA CEO says Working for Alabama bill signals “a 21st Century approach” “In order to attract and grow 21st Century jobs, Alabama must have a 21st Century approach,” Duncan said. StaffMay 10, 2024
Economy Progressive organizations host pro-UAW rally in Tuscaloosa Mercedes-Benz employees and a former football star discussed why they support the United Auto Workers representing Tuscaloosa workers. Chance PhillipsMay 6, 2024
Economy Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force. Josh MoonApril 24, 2024
Economy Alabama Realtors release March 2024 Economic and Real Estate Report In March, the increase in home sales persisted, with 4,976 sales recorded. StaffApril 24, 2024
Economy March marks third highest container volume on record for the Alabama Port Authority The Alabama Port Authority marked its third-highest month in the history of the Port of Mobile’s container terminal. StaffApril 22, 2024
Economy Partners join team developing new strategic economic growth plan The new strategic economic growth plan will guide the state into the next decade and beyond. StaffApril 22, 2024
Economy Mercedes workers set to vote for union in May Five thousand workers will participate in the vote facilitated by the National Labor Relations Board. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2024
Economy Small business optimism reaches lowest level since 2012 The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 0.9 of a point in March to 88.5. StaffApril 10, 2024
Economy Mercedes Benz workers file for an election to join the UAW "Working-class people have the power to change the world; that's what you're fighting for right now," Fain said. Patrick DarringtonApril 5, 2024
Economy Gov. Ivey: Economic development projects inject $6 billion into Alabama communities Companies launching operations or expanding existing facilities in 2023 are poised to make investments totaling over $6.4 billion. StaffMarch 27, 2024