economy

Economy

State business leaders not confident in economy: UA study

For the first time in eight years, Alabama business leaders have a negative outlook for the economy.

July 28, 2022

Alabama ranks 45th in labor productivity, study says

Alabama's labor productivity amounts to $63.12 per hour worked, compared to $82.89 nationally.

July 27, 2022

Alabama hits new record low unemployment rate of 2.6 percent

The number of unemployed people in the state has been on a steady decline in 2022, reaching record lows.

July 26, 2022

There’s a reason Alabama always ranks at the bottom

Alabama ranks at the bottom in most quality-of-life polls. The reason for that is you.

May 18, 2022

Report: Women are critical to Alabama’s economy, yet barriers remain

The report found women generate $43 billion in earnings annually but earn on average 67 cents for every dollar earned by men.

May 13, 2022

Alabama Innovation Corporation creates executive director position

The Alabama Innovation Corporation board of directors allocated resources, capital and talent to fuel the state’s entrepreneurial impact and drive economic growth.

May 10, 2022

Inflation remains a major problem for small businesses: survey

Overall, all small employers reported inflation was impacting their business to varying degrees.

April 26, 2022

Alabama March unemployment rate ties historic low of 2.9 percent

The number of unemployed people also hit a new record low.

April 18, 2022

Governor honors seven Alabama companies for their exporting success

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday recognized seven Alabama companies for success in selling their goods and services in markets across the globe.

February 24, 2022

Governor announces Alabama’s 2021 exports surpassed pre-pandemic levels

Alabama businesses exported to 189 countries in 2021, reflecting the vital connection that the state’s high-quality, in-demand products have to the global economy.

February 17, 2022