Published in 2014, “Velocity: A Blueprint for Transforming Greater Phoenix into an Innovation Economy” laid out a plan to bolster the region’s capacity for technology development, grow the skills of…
Now more than ever, people want to know where their food comes from and where those farms are. National conversations often center on “Big Ag” and corporate takeover of the…
As the temperatures continue to cool and the holiday spirit picks up, gratitude and giving are in the air. Warm the heart and the belly of children and families across…
At the time of publish, a federal budget impasse and government shutdown are underway. The market is unphased by the current budget impasse, and we do not foresee needing to…
Northern Arizona is beloved by many Arizonans as a shaded retreat from the desert heat, where Ponderosa pine trees and small-town charm define daily life and weekend trips. In recent…
Arizona’s business scene used to fly under the radar, quietly productive but rarely flashy. That’s changed. The state is now pulling in major companies, entrepreneurs, and investors who want the…
The American Southwest isn’t just growing—it’s booming. In just the last five years, Phoenix rocketed to be the nation’s fifth most populous city. With a low tax base, a diverse…
Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) released Unlocking Potential: Turn Arizona’s Priorities into Economic Gains, the first-ever economic analysis to identify the priorities of Arizona voters. Conducted by Rounds…
Inspired by The New York Times’ analysis in 2020, research originally conducted on behalf of Self Financial in 2023 uncovered how much the price of food delivery changed across the…
The Greater Phoenix Chamber, in partnership with BOK Financial, released the latest Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard findings, highlighting a resilient statewide economy and a deeper understanding of Arizona’s evolving energy…
Arizona’s economy lost steam last year, with very slow job gains. That weakness has continued into 2025, according to the preliminary data. This has been matched by modestly rising unemployment…
Summer is moving season, and odds are you have seen a U-Haul truck being unloaded at a home near you because Metro Phoenix continues to be a popular destination for people…
