Tag: Providence Business News Economic Trends Summit
For PBN summit panel, government’s role in economy a tricky balance
The role of government and the use of taxpayer money to spur the economy took center stage at Providence Business News’ 2026 Economic Trends...
Analyst: Debt, deficits, stimulus not fixing underlying problems
The last few decades have seen American consumers increasingly reliant on credit to maintain spending, a trend that began in the 1990s.
The federal government...
Economist: After high inflation, debt may hold back momentum
Inflation may have cooled in recent months, but households in Rhode Island and beyond continue to feel the aftereffects.
Thomas Tzitzouris, head of fixed income...
PBN summit: Panelists say several sectors feeling vulnerable
R.I. Secretary of Commerce Elizabeth M. Tanner had one piece of advice for businesses and organizations in Rhode Island that buy products overseas during...
Panel: ‘The hard part is figuring out what’s next’
A benefit of living in a state with the population of a large American city is its accessibility. What in New York or Los...
Influence of election cycle on economic policy is questioned
The 2024 race for the White House is already influencing federal economic policy and market behavior and will continue to do so until voters...
PBN summit: With recession looming, R.I. economy faces big test
The predicted downturn in 2023 will test Rhode Island’s business owners in a state that has yet to adequately prepare its labor force with...
Economist at PBN summit: Job market remains crucial question mark
Thomas Tzitzouris sees jobs as the big economic “wild card” in 2023.
A labor market characterized by low unemployment can have a downside for businesses...
PBN summit panel: Economic indicators say recession coming in 2023
PROVIDENCE – In many ways, the party is over.
At least that's the way the panelists at Providence Business News’ Economic Trends Summit on Thursday...
PBN Economic Summit: Inflation, labor woes will endure
PROVIDENCE – Like any good business owner, Craig Pickell documents every cost increase incurred by his Lincoln manufacturing company, Bullard Abrasives Inc.
But the year-end...
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