economic News Updates

Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Hydrogen Hubs Central to State Government Action in 2023

Federal funding for hydrogen fuel hubs and competition for economic development projects were central themes among state governments in 2023.

December 21, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Whiting to Make Lightweight Doors for Green Delivery Trucks

New York state economic development incentives helped persuade Whiting Door Manufacturing Corp. to invest $4 million to expand its Akron facility. 

December 13, 2023
Government, Business

Economy Grew at Weak 1.1% Rate in Q1

The U.S. economy slowed sharply from January to March, decelerating to a 1.1% annual pace as higher interest rates hammered the housing market and businesses reduced their inventories.

April 27, 2023
Government, Business

Economic Growth Quickens in Q4 With Inventory Boost

U.S. economic growth accelerated by more than forecast in the fourth quarter, fueled by the rebuilding of inventories and capping the strongest year since the 1980s.

January 27, 2022
Business, Logistics

The Economic Impact of Supply Chain Disruptions

While some ports have announced a move to 24/7 operations, supply chain disruptions are expected to persist through 2022 and - with holiday season around the corner - what does this mean for the nation's retailers?

November 4, 2021
Business

Partner With The Nation’s Most Reliable Spill Response Network

In the event of a spill, being prepared with a response plan can make all the difference. Learn how to position your company to protect your bottom line and your brand from unnecessary costs, liabilities and damage.

February 9, 2021
Fuel

DeKalb County Transitions to Natural Gas for Economic Advantage

Dekalb County started with a simple idea to convert methane into usable natural gas, and it turned the idea into an economic winner that increased the efficiency and productivity of their operations.

November 6, 2020
Government, Business

Economists See No Repeat for Strong 2018 Job Gains

The final report for 2018 is forecast to show employers added 180,000 jobs in December to cap a 2.45 million annual increase, the most since 2015 — but the monthly estimate is the lowest median projection since last January.

January 3, 2019
Perspective

Opinion: Times Are Good, but Our Industry Can't Rest

It is a great time to be in trucking. Signs demonstrating the strength of our industry and economy are everywhere.

October 26, 2018
Government, Business

Leading Economic Indicator Index Gain Points to 2Q Rebound

An index of U.S. leading indicators increased in March by the most in four months, a sign the economic expansion will strengthen following harsh winter weather.

April 21, 2014