Mike Walden
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.
You Decide: Will the Economy Retreat in 2019?
What does NC State economist Mike Walden think the future holds for the country in 2019?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.