Economy & Demographics

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The statewide program supports workforce relocation, retention and marketing initiatives. The application deadline is November 6.

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Mississippi Today's analysis examines a House speaker-commissioned survey on eliminating property taxes while residents remain concerned about retail costs.

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The state added 600 nonfarm jobs during the month, bringing payroll employment to 5.128 million, according to NC Commerce.

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RealPage's review of BLS data puts Charlotte's annual gain between 24,000 and 25,000 jobs, while Raleigh-Durham ranks eighth nationally.

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Mortgage News Daily's Freddie Mac survey table shows an 8-basis-point weekly decline for October 22; the 15-year average was 6.68%.

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The 10-year minus 2-year Treasury spread narrowed 5 basis points to 0.33 percentage point in the October 20 update reported by 24/7 Wall St.

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24/7 Wall St. reports a 6-basis-point increase in the 10-year Treasury yield to 5.15% in its October 20 data update, keeping financing costs in focus.

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BLS reports a 0.6% monthly increase in consumer prices. Core inflation reached 2.6% year over year, while shelter rose 3.2%.

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The October release details policymakers’ discussion of economic conditions, inflation and monetary policy at the September 15–16 meeting.

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First Trust reviews weak payroll growth, downward revisions to prior months and a 4.2% unemployment rate.

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Axios reports on the Fed chair’s outlook as policymakers weigh elevated inflation and the timing of another rate decision.

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Axios examines policymakers’ views on inflation and the timing of additional increases in short-term interest rates.

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The Fed vice chair discusses the inflation outlook and the case for allowing more time after September’s policy move.

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September’s rate declined from August but remained above the year-earlier level. Regional payroll employment increased modestly over the year.

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UTC’s regional research center projects 1,100 net job additions in 2026 and 4,300 in 2027, below normal growth rates.

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The regional analysis examines how housing availability, prices and federal policies affect economic performance.

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Downtown Indy Alliance’s annual report examines residential growth, office conditions and perceptions of the city center. Subscription may be required.

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September’s statewide report shows annual payroll growth and higher prime-age labor-force participation despite a modest rise in unemployment.

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Multi-Housing News reviews unemployment-duration data and what a slower hiring environment means for household finances.

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The statewide report shows record labor-force and employment levels alongside seasonal changes in payroll jobs.

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The September statewide release reports new highs for labor-force participation counts and employment.