Economy

Work release programs depress wages at Hyundai suppliers, study suggests

The Columbia Labor Lab study appears to show increasing plants’ share of incarcerated workers reduces the wages of free workers.

November 7, 2025

Gov. Ivey awards top employers of disabled Alabamians

Ivey honored Alabamians with disabilities and their employers, recognizing their contributions and commitment to a stronger workforce across the state.

October 28, 2025

Alabama home sales steady despite economic shifts, mortgage rates drop

State home sales avoided the traditional seasonal decline, with economists attributing steady numbers to recent reductions in mortgage rates.

October 21, 2025

Secretary of State Wes Allen releases tutorial to help Alabama small business owners

The “Business Basics” tutorial video simplifies business filings and highlights efforts to reduce regulations statewide.

October 15, 2025

NFIB: Small business optimism declines in September

Small business optimism dipped in September, influenced by rising inflation, labor challenges, and slower sales expectations.

October 15, 2025

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National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business

Ivey announced Alabama's strong economic fundamentals and business-friendly environment earned a top 10 ranking from "Area Development" magazine.

October 2, 2025

Meta to expand Montgomery data center, upping local investments to $1.5 billion

Meta plans to invest in two new buildings at its Montgomery Data Center, increasing its footprint and local investments to over $1.5 billion.

September 24, 2025

Manufacture Alabama adds four new directors to board

Manufacture Alabama announced Tuesday the election of four new members to its board of directors.

September 24, 2025

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.

September 5, 2025

Department of Workforce names Workforce Pathways Division chief

Franklin Johnson was named the new chief of the department’s Workforce Pathways Division, bringing extensive legal and policy experience to the role.

August 21, 2025