Tag: Economy
Lardaro: R.I.’s recovery slows in Aug., ‘choppy performance’ expected going forward
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island economy continued to expand in August, but slowed as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact the state's economy.
The state's...
Resilient downtowns eye paths to post-pandemic recovery
Downtowns across the state and nation have been in an almost constant state of reinvention for decades.
While not always the recognized center of commerce...
Governor’s panel discusses strategies for aiding state’s small businesses
PROVIDENCE – A panel of business leaders discussed potential strategies aimed at aiding the state's small businesses on Facebook live on Thursday.
The discussion was...
Health of the economy must be a priority for pandemic aid...
The federal government continues to dole out local pandemic relief, but spending it well still relies on the sound judgment of state and municipal...
State still waiting for guidance on spending federal stimulus aid
PROVIDENCE - The clock is ticking on passage of a fiscal 2022 state budget, but House Committee on Finance members were told on Thursday...
Should Rhode Island lawmakers OK a special tax on bottled and...
Legislation under consideration in the R.I. House and Senate would add a 1.5-cent-per-ounce tax on sugary drinks such as soda, sports drinks, energy drinks,...
Businesses see more reasons for hope than in 2008
When PBN started its biannual business survey during the depths of the Great Recession in 2008, the local economy was experiencing the most sustained...
Changing places
Did your company relocate or downsize amid the pandemic?
Yes: 56%
No: 44%
What caused your business to relocate or downsize? (Select any that apply.)
We did not...
Reasons why Biden’s win could be good for economy
On day one, a newly inaugurated President Joe Biden will have to address a devastated economy – much like he and former President Barack...
Trick-or-treat economy
Has the economic landscape this year been the most challenging your business has had to navigate?
Yes: 57%
No: 43%
In what ways has your business benefited?...
