Business and Economics

Tucson Church Shelters Central American Asylum Seekers

Jan 6, 2017 Plus, Tucson works with businesses; what local governments want from state lawmakers.

Wish List for State Business Leaders: Education, Roads

Jan 6, 2017 Also: Less regulation, expanded Arizona-Mexico trade, ballot initiative reform.

Mexico Mulls Options Should US Withdraw From NAFTA

Jan 4, 2017 Analysts fear an investment slowdown due to uncertainty over the agreement.

As Shoppers Dwindle, Korean Merchants Depart Nogales

Jan 4, 2017 There were once more than 150 Korean families; now less than 40 remain.

New Flights Have More Passengers Flying from Tucson

Jan 3, 2017 Tucson International Airport traffic was unusually high in October, November.

Golf Drives $4B to Arizona's Economy, UA Study Says

Jan 3, 2017 Sport was expendable and took a big hit in recession; now it has bounced back.

Year-end: 2016 Kick-Started Tucson's Economic Rebound

Dec 30, 2016 Dropping unemployment, new employers, and a growing downtown.

State High Court Won't Stop Higher Minimum Wage Jan. 1

Dec 29, 2016 Court turns down business organizations' request to freeze it for now; next action, February.

More Move to Arizona, Florida Than Other States in 2016

Dec 28, 2016 Moving company's trend tracker shows the two states displace Texas.

Mexico Preps Financial Advice for Returning Immigrants

Dec 23, 2016 Officials will offer services to Mexican citizens who return - by choice or force.

Brick-Mortar Stores Still Busy in Age of Internet Shopping

Dec 23, 2016 Retail shops see rush once it's too late for delivery of online shopping orders.

Solar Rate Decision Sets Showdown over TEP Rate Case

Dec 22, 2016 Issue now has ramifications for solar installers and utility customers.

Judge Won't Stop Higher Minimum Wage; Appeal Due

Dec 21, 2016 Arizona Chamber of Commerce sought to stop implementation due Jan. 1.

Arizona Solar Rates Reduced for New Rooftop Installations

Dec 21, 2016 Corporation commission votes 4-1 favoring state's big power companies.

Mexican Poinsettias: Tradition, Commerce and Diplomacy

Dec 21, 2016 Market for the winter-blooming flower another tie between Mexico and US.

Joint Effort Aims for Border Crossing at 'Speed of Business'

Dec 16, 2016 Mayor of Nogales, Son., on the election; Tohono O'odham looking forward.

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