IEER Report: Small Modular Reactors a “Poor Bet” To Revive Failed Nuclear Renaissance in...
$90 billion in initial manufacturing order book needed, requiring involvement by the Chinese or taxpayer-backed federal subsidies. Major implications anticipated in FL, MO, NC, OR, PA, SC, and TN.
New Data Showcases Global Automakers U.S. Economic Impact
New survey shows that the percentage of vehicles sold in the U.S. and manufactured in America rose from 50 percent in 2011 to 62 percent in 2012.
Natural Disasters Cause $85 Billion Global Economic Loss During First Half Of 2013
According to the Impact Forecasting catastrophe update, natural disasters caused $85 billion in global economic loss during the first half of the year.
Industrial Warehouse Space, Distribution Center Demand Remains Strong
Colliers International cites increased industrial demand despite slowing economic growth; North American vacancy rate declines for eighth consecutive quarter.
CoreNet Global Index Predicts Upbeat Economic, Corporate Climates for Second Half of 2013
New market entry, availability of capital, increasing flexibility among drivers.
Corporate Confidence In Auto Industry On The Rebound
Positive sentiment for global economic growth at highest level in two years.
June Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business® Released
Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector grew in June for the 42nd consecutive month, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®.
Equipment Financing Means Flexible Solutions For Business Needs
For startups and small businesses, understanding and finding financing is always an issue. This article from the president of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association focuses on the current market and special benefits of equipment finance for startups and small businesses.
U.S. Coal Exports Help Fuel Economic Recovery
New study documents benefits for job creation, diverse industries, states.
Study Illustrates The Economic And Commercial Power Of Investing In Energy Efficient Buildings
Rhodium Group study released by United Technologies illustrates that a 30 percent increase in building efficiency would generate net annual positive cash flow of $65 billion for households, businesses and governments.
Dodge Momentum Index Up For Sixth Straight Month In May
The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.
The Benefits Of Building In A Bad Economy
In any tumultuous period of change, the doom and gloom set will always find reasons to postpone building projects, but those who actively seek the silver lining and closely assess timing-based opportunities can gain significant advantages, notes Michael Regina, owner of BIG SKY Enterprises a commercial real estate developer, design/builder and finance firm.
New Report Reveals The 10 U.S. Areas Facing The Highest Climate-Related Risk Of Water...
Study points to risk in nation's capital, New York City, America's breadbasket and 46 states.
Rising Export Volumes Spur Inland Port Development Across the U.S.
According to a report from Jones Lang LasSalle, rising export volumes will spur inland port development across the U.S. and will play an essential role in the country's import/export cycle.
April Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®
This report's information reflects the entire United States for the month of April 2013.
U.S. Ranks First In KPMG Green Tax Index
U.S. tops countries using tax code to shape sustainable corporate activity.
Not So Wild A Dream
If you look at a map, you will notice there is no interstate highway connecting Memphis to Birmingham, two major industrial cities of the Southeast. That lack of good road certainly did not help the growth prospects in Northwest Alabama, which historically based its economy on natural resources—coal and pulpwood—and smaller cottage industries.
Jump Ball in Sacramento
The Sacramento Kings had a lousy season, but two cities and a bevy of ultra-rich bidders--including someone promising a billion new fans--are vying to build a new arena for them.
Motor Vehicle Parts Suppliers Are Nation’s Largest Employer of Manufacturing Jobs
Industry employs more than 734,000 workers and generates nearly $355 billion to economy, study finds.
Prologis Research: United States Industrial Market Signals Strength, Expansion
"The Shape of the U.S. Industrial Recovery" report indicates pent up demand, rent growth as key drivers.