economy
You Decide: Could a Virus Take Down the Economy?
With all the unknown that comes with viruses and outbreaks, what sort of impact could they have on our economy?
Positive side to economic turmoil? Lower interest rates
“Yes, mortgage rates should trend lower,” says Walden when asked about the impact of declining prices for government bonds amidst the trade war and currency dispute with China.
IBM-Red Hat might not mean big number of layoffs
Walden: The two firms have already had a partnership, so they have been working together. Also, the merger announcement indicated Red Hat would remain a distinct unit, and its independence would be preserved
What do we do about the economy? Here are 3 choices
Is there a way to manage the economy and make it less turbulent?
Economic Perspective: Regional Economic Growth in North Carolina
The race for job growth across North Carolina is always heated, but is there a shake-up in the front-runners this year?
Employment in NC Hits Record; Economist Says Job Growth Will Continue
North Carolina’s jobless rate remains slightly higher than the national 3.9 average, but Walden pointed out: “North Carolina’s growth is actually running ahead of national growth, primarily due to in-migration of workers and our strong business conditions.”
Corn Basis Determines Impact of Out-of-state Corn on Animal Ag Profits
With a deficit of feed grain to nourish North Carolina’s “tails and feathers” production – hogs, broiler chickens and turkeys – the profitability of our state’s livestock industry hinges on adequate, reliable and low-cost out-of-state sources for corn.