As per the UNF report, the rent surge in Jacksonville since 2020, one of the highest in the nation, has left over half of the city's renters grappling with financial strain, a... more
As part of the state's "Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday," Floridians may plan some summertime fun without having to worry about paying sales tax. From July 1 until the end of the... more
In April 2024, the cost of car insurance experienced a significant increase, rising nearly 2% nationwide. This upward trend has implications for drivers, insurance companies, and... more
The U.S. stock market is a strong predictor of the incumbent party’s success in presidential elections. Based on historical correlations and the Dow Jones’ year-to-date... more
Economists predict steady but moderate growth for Jacksonville, reflecting national and global uncertainties. The city’s low unemployment rate and rising wages suggest healthy... more
Jacksonville Port Authority reports record cargo volume for 2023 The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) reported record cargo volume for 2023, handling over 12.5 million tons... more
Walmart’s latest investment has already made a huge impact on the economy. Not only has it created thousands of new jobs, but it has also increased wages and provided new... more
Jacksonville's economy is on the rise, and the city is quickly becoming a major player in the Sunshine State's market. According to new data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis,... more
A multinational corporation (MNC) has facilities and other assets in at least one country other than its home country. A multinational corporation has offices and/or factories in... more
The removal of a forest or stand of trees from land that is later changed to non-forest usage is known as deforestation or forest clearing. Deforestation can occur when forest... more