In October of 2024, The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) started a $3.02 million project to replace signage along the I-515/U.S. 93/U.S. 95 corridor from the Henderson interchange to Kyle Canyon Road to reflect the Federal Highway Administration’s designation of this route as Interstate 11. The new signage supports the I-11 corridor’s goal to improve… Continue Reading
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Predicting the Economic Future of Las Vegas
Photo by: UNLV On November 13th, the UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) hosted the 2024 Economic Outlook Event, where they analyzed, discussed, and presented economic trends and forecasts for Southern Nevada’s economy in 2025. Moderated by Amber Renee Dixon, Emmy & Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist (L) panelists included Sandip Bhagat, chief investment officer at Whittier Trust, Stephen… Continue Reading
Store Closings send mixed signals for the economy
If you just read the headlines, reports of retail businesses filing for bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores sound like a cautionary tale for the overall economy. However, the story behind the big letters reading “Everything Must Go” is much more complicated. In truth, Americans are buying as much, if not more, goods as they… Continue Reading
AI-Powered Cyber Scams Targeting Small Businesses and Individuals
Cyberattacks can be a three-speared prong: Personal, Business, or the deadly cross-over between them. In the last ten years, Cyber-attacks resulting in data breaches and ransomware demands of major companies like Target, Capital One, Yahoo, MGM, Caesars, and Anthem Insurance have cost millions of dollars and affected tens of thousands of customers. While these events… Continue Reading
BOOMERS: The power generation
Of the seven generations alive today, the Baby Boomer generation has the most influence over the economics of this country. Boomers hold a substantial portion of the nation’s wealth and continue to be significant consumers. Their spending habits drive various industries, from travel and leisure to healthcare and retirement products. As Baby Boomers retire,… Continue Reading