Economics

A respected University of Michigan economic think tank predicts an uptick in jobs in the coming year. We have more from Rick Pluta.

A respected University of Michigan economic study says an expected auto worker strike would probably have a small, short-term effect on the state’s economy if it leads to a quick bargain. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Michigan banks will not be caught up in the ripple effect of bank failures like Silicon Valley Bank. That is the prediction of a University of Michigan expert on detection of risk in banking. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran has more.

Inflation is continuing to cool, but at six percent, is still well above the fed’s target of two percent. That’s according to the latest numbers from the Consumer Price Index. But how is the economy behaving locally? WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.

A University of Michigan report released Thursday offers mixed news about the state of the economy heading into the new year. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Michigan ended the fourth quarter of 2021 with a gross domestic product of slightly over $590 billion. That's according to preliminary data released Thursday. Colin Jackson reports.

Managing finances can be difficult. It becomes infinitely more difficult if there is very little money to work with. COVID-19 has destroyed financial…

Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s expanded stay-at-home order has passionate supporters and ardent critics. It’s being challenged in federal court. And foes of…

Ypsilanti City Council this week is expected to decide the future of the Peninsular Park Dam. Will it be removed from the Huron River? Will it be…

Michigan continues to be a leader in "Green Energy" jobs, and the business community and marketplace are helping drive towards a cleaner energy future. In…