Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 266,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 6.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Notable job gains in leisure and hospitality, other services, and local government education were partially offset by employment declines in temporary help services and in couriers and messengers. … [More]
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Employment Rises by 266,000 in April, Unemployment Rate Changes Little at 6.1%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top 5 Sun Belt Markets for Industrial Construction, Phoenix Is No. 3
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Following the explosive growth of the industrial sector in 2020, developers continue to move forward, with nearly 370 million square feet of projects underway at the end of April, according to CommercialEdge data. The rapid expansion of e-commerce companies persists in driving demand for modern facilities, as does recovering port traffic volumes. As demand pushes … [More]
Arizona Projected to Add Nearly 550,000 Jobs by 2029
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The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity is projecting the state will add more than half a million jobs over the next eight years, continuing a surge in economic growth. “Arizona has become a jobs magnet,” said Governor Doug Ducey. “Not only are jobs booming, wages are rising faster at one of the fastest rates in the country. Our recovery is moving forward and there is … [More]
U.S. Unemployment Claims Fall to a Pandemic Low of 498K
U.S. Department of Labor
in the week ending May 1, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 498,000, a decrease of 92,000 from the previous week's revised level. This is the lowest level for initial claims since March 14, 2020 when it was 256,000. The previous week's level was revised up by 37,000 from 553,000 to 590,000. The 4-week moving average was 560,000, a decrease of 61,000 … [More]
HelloFresh Expands West Coast Production and Distribution Capabilities with New Phoenix Facility
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HelloFresh, America’s leading meal kit company, announced today plans to open a new distribution center in Phoenix, Arizona. The nearly 440,000 square-foot facility located at 1850 South 71st Avenue will become the company’s largest shipping and fulfillment center globally, supporting growing demand for HelloFresh meal kits and enabling HelloFresh to better serve new and … [More]
Phoenix Tops Nation in April Small Business Wage Gains, Arizona Is Third
By Eric Jay Toll for PHXNewsroom
Phoenix topped the nation with a 5.67 percent hourly wage hike, based on one-month annualized wage growth data, in small businesses compared to a year ago, according to the monthly Small Business Employment Watch from Paychex IHS Markit. The average metro area small business is currently paying wages of $28.26 per hour. The U.S. average is $29.09, increasing only 2.84 … [More]
Millennials Propel Home Buying: Strong Demand and Short Supply Push U.S. Home Prices Higher in March
CoreLogic
CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for March 2021. As consumer confidence rebounds and the job market picks back up, the 2021 spring homebuying season is on track to outpace trends seen in 2019 and 2018. Millennials lead the homebuying charge … [More]
Governor Ducey Signs Bill to Offer Four-Year Degrees for Community College Students
State of Arizona Office of the Governor
Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation allowing community colleges to offer four-year degrees, paving the way for Arizona’s current and future workforces and expanding opportunities for populations that are historically underrepresented in higher education. “Arizona’s community colleges play a critical role in supporting students of all ages and equipping our workforce … [More]
LiveRamp Selects Greater Phoenix for U.S. Office Expansion
LiveRamp
LiveRamp, the leading data connectivity platform, today announced plans to open a new office in Greater Phoenix. Recently awarded by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Technology™ 2021, LiveRamp will build a permanent new workplace for highly-skilled, full-time roles. Starting in summer 2021, the tech company will position several executive leaders in the Phoenix … [More]
D-Backs and Fry’s Food Stores Team Up to Offer Vaccinations at Chase Field
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The Arizona Diamondbacks are teaming up with Fry’s Food Stores on a free vaccine clinic at Chase Field May 6-8. The team offered appointments to Season Ticket holders and spots are now open to the public. “We are so grateful to our partners for helping vaccinate so many Arizonans, including thousands of D-backs fans,” said D-backs President & CEO Derrick Hall. “We want … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: Cómo solicitar asistencia financiera para restaurantes, bares y otros negocios afectados por COVID-19
por Edgar R. Olivo
¡Ha llegado más ayuda financiera para las empresas de comida y bebidas! Este programa proporciona ayuda de emergencia a los restaurantes, bares y otros negocios elegibles afectados por COVID-19. La Ley del Plan de Rescate Estadounidense estableció el Fondo de revitalización de restaurantes (RRF, por sus siglas en inglés) para proporcionar fondos que ayuden a los restaurantes … [More]
How to Apply for Financial Assistance for Restaurants, Bars, and Other Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
by Edgar R. Olivo
More financial help for food and beverage businesses has arrived! This new program provides emergency assistance for eligible restaurants, bars and other qualifying businesses impacted by COVID-19. The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. This … [More]
Arizonans Receiving Unemployment Benefits May Continue to Receive Benefits, but under Reinstated Requirements
State of Arizona Office of the Governor
Governor Doug Ducey issued an Executive Order to meet surging job demand and support job creators throughout Arizona as employment opportunities grow and the COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone who wants it. The Order rescinds a March 2020 Executive Order that waived the requirement that an individual receiving employment benefits must be actively looking for work in … [More]
Arizona Reaches 5 Million Mark for COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered
Arizona Department of Health Services
Arizona has administered more than 5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine since December, with nearly 3 million individuals having received at least one dose and 2.27 million now fully vaccinated, Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) announced today. “Arizona is in a much different place than it was just months ago thanks to the many people … [More]
More Doctors’ Offices and Clinics Can Order COVID-19 Vaccine Starting May 3
Arizona Department of Health Services
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is advancing COVID-19 vaccine availability farther into communities by enabling eligible doctors’ offices and other neighborhood healthcare providers to order the Moderna vaccine. This change, taking effect next week, will allow providers registered with ADHS to order vaccine directly from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control … [More]
IRS Has Options for Gig Economy Workers and Those with Unemployment Benefits
Internal Revenue Service
The Internal Revenue Service reminds workers in the gig economy and those who claimed unemployment compensation in 2020 of their options and where to find information on meeting their tax obligations. Gig economy The gig economy refers to income earned providing on-demand work performing services or selling goods, including driving a car for booked rides … [More]
Nearly $27 Million Going to Support K-12 Students
State of Arizona Office of the Governor
Arizona is distributing $26.5 million to support Summer learning programs, reach struggling students, enhance student achievement and expand tutoring opportunities. “Our teachers, students and families have worked hard to stay on track and ensure Arizona kids have all the support they need,” said Governor Ducey. “We need to keep up this momentum. That’s why we’re providing … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: 7 estrategias que promueven los principios DEI en su negocio
por Edgar R. Olivo
Diversidad, equidad e inclusión (DEI) ya no son palabras de moda en el mundo empresarial, son compromisos y claves del éxito. Los líderes empresariales se están dando cuenta de que cuando la DEI se convierte en una prioridad, marca la diferencia en todas las facetas de una empresa. Un estudio de McKinsey & Company y la Sociedad de Gestión de Recursos Humanos (SHRM por … [More]
