economic growth

Economy

Alabama commercial construction produces billions, fuels statewide growth

Alabama's commercial construction industry generated $20.1 billion in economic output, supported 223,000 jobs and produced $746 million in taxes.

June 4, 2026

Gov. Ivey awards $460M to expand broadband

Investment will bring high-speed internet to 92,000 locations, strengthening economic growth, education access and long-term infrastructure across Alabama.

March 24, 2026

PARCA: Alabama’s lack of tax incentives, its effect on economic growth

Alabama lacks tax incentives for start-ups, missing opportunities to attract investment, encourage growth and compete with other states.

December 10, 2024

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.

April 22, 2024

Alabama invests $30M in SEEDS Act to enhance 8,400 acres for economic growth

This ambitious initiative marks a new chapter in Alabama's economic development.

February 27, 2024

Powering U.S. job creation, economic growth with clean energy

It is critical that the United States continues to invest in growing our clean energy economy and workforce here at home.

October 25, 2023

Federal permitting reform needed to spur economic growth in Alabama

Overbearing government regulations are holding back Alabama businesses and economic development efforts throughout the state.

June 26, 2023

Incentive programs essential for higher quality of life in Alabama

With the Alabama Jobs Act and the Growing Alabama Credit, communities will have important tools in their toolbox to achieve growth.

April 4, 2023

Manufacture Alabama announces Diversify initiative

The initiative will be led by a council consisting of industry leaders from across Alabama.

January 22, 2021

Survey shows small businesses are concerned about lawsuits over COVID-19

A majority of Alabama small business owners surveyed by the National Federation of Independent Business said that they are concerned about the possibility of lawsuits related to the COVID-19 outbreak, according to the NFIB. Sixty-nine percent of owners who responded to the online survey say that they are very or moderately concerned about increased liability. … Continued

June 5, 2020