economy

In primetime address, Trump tried to blame everyone else for his failing economy

Like a bad pitchman, Trump tried to sell you a worthless story and a lot of lies. No one is falling for it.

December 18, 2025

Protecting the foundations of Alabama’s economy in reconciliation talks

Federal programs supporting agriculture, forestry, and rural development are not handouts. They are targeted investments that strengthen local economies.

May 21, 2025

What are Trump’s tariffs and how will they impact your wallet?

APR spoke with John Dove, a professor of economics at Troy University, to better understand the tariffs and what impact they will have.

April 9, 2025

Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024

A report reveals that economic development efforts in 2024 secured 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians.

March 25, 2025

How to Beat “Egg-conomic” Uncertainty

In this “Egg-conomy”, we need government to be part of the solution, not the problem.

March 13, 2025

Annual Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report 2024

The state’s 62,539 home sales in 2024 declined by roughly 18 percent compared to the 76,258 in 2023.

February 4, 2025

Congress must act to keep Alabama manufacturing protected, healthy and growing

Failure to take quick congressional action will result in manufacturers and manufacturing workers paying a steep price.

January 28, 2025

A new reality is coming

The reality is America has done quite well over the last four years, especially for the average worker. But a new reality is on the way.

January 21, 2025

Immigrants drive Alabama’s economy despite political rhetoric

Immigration is not merely a challenge to navigate but an opportunity to seize.

November 26, 2024

NFIB: Small business owners continue to struggle with labor shortages

35 percent of small business owners nationwide reported unfilled job openings.

November 1, 2024