Posts Tagged economy
The politics of taking credit for the economy – both in Virginia and beyond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 24, 2024

Republicans are praising Virginia’s governor for job growth while criticizing President Biden for inflation. Michael Pope reports on the complicated politics of economic credit.
New data shows prices are going down
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 15, 2024

The inflationary pressure that spiked prices in Virginia is finally turning around. Michael Pope reports that prices are going down.
Here’s a link to the new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
New report: Virginia experienced economic growth in 2023
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 29, 2023

Old Dominion University has released its annual State of the Commonwealth report. Virginia saw economic growth this year, but Virginians are still feeling pessimistic. Nick Gilmore reports.
New Census figures shows a declining median household income in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 15, 2023
Some new numbers from the Census Bureau are ringing alarm bells in Virginia. Michael Pope explains what it means for Virginia’s economy.
Census: Virginia Incomes Up, Poverty Down
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 15, 2016

Credit: United States Census Bureau
Virginians are making more money than they did last year, incomes have risen, and fewer families are living in poverty. That’s according to data released today by the census. Mallory Noe-Payne has the details.
Virginia Home to Some of the Youngest Communities in the Nation
Posted by Payton Knobeloch in Virginia's News on July 7, 2016

Credit Mark Goebel / Creative Commons
Virginia may be one of the oldest states. And its history may stretch back into the past more than other states. But new numbers from the federal government are revealing a surprising twist about Virginia.


