Regional Economies

Regional Economies

Water flows over a dam and cascades

New labor market definition centers on how job changes spill over between counties

November 14, 2024

Research Highlights

Water flows over a dam and cascades

New labor market definition centers on how job changes spill over between counties

Timothy J. Bartik

November 14, 2024

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The illustrated case for targeting local job creation on distressed labor markets

August 1, 2024

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EV battery production will need a large and specialized workforce

Michael Horrigan

May 6, 2024

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Commentary & Analysis

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What standards make sense for economic development tax incentives?

April 4, 2024

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Analysis: State incentives for Ford battery plant in Michigan should yield solid returns

Timothy J. Bartik

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