Mike Walden

Dec 31, 2018

NC Economic Index shows modest rise, but may indicate slower growth in 2019

Other components of the Index changed little, possibly signally the beginning of a transition to a slower growing state economy in 2019, said NCSU economist Mike Walden, PhD, who compiles the Index.

Dec 27, 2018

You Decide: Will the Economy Retreat in 2019?

What does NC State economist Mike Walden think the future holds for the country in 2019?

Dec 27, 2018

The N.C. Economy: A Look Ahead

How is North Carolina’s economy shaping up for 2019? NC State University economist Mike Walden predicts that while growth may slow, it won’t be bad overall.

Dec 18, 2018

Walden Adds Economic Insight to Financial Groups

Dr. Michael Walden has been hitting the road to share his analysis on current economics trends across the state and country.

Dec 14, 2018

Apple to build campus in Texas; NC not on expansion list

Mike Walden analyzes Apple's decision to add jobs in Texas rather than North Carolina.

Dec 3, 2018

In Losing Amazon HQ2, NC Learned How to Lure Others

Walden said losing out on Amazon gives the Triangle an opportunity to continue to grow at an even pace while working on improving housing and public transit concerns.

Sep 20, 2018

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?

Aug 20, 2018

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.”

Aug 17, 2018

Tax Incentives Study: NC ‘Doesn’t Play the Game as Much as Most Other States’

Mike Walden's editorial explains tax incentives and their influence on companies like Amazon and Apple.

Aug 13, 2018

Amazon to Open New Distribution Center in Garner

Walden said he doesn’t see a correlation between the potential distribution center and the potential for Amazon’s HQ2 to come to the Triangle.