Business and Economics

Rough Times for Arizona Copper Mining

Dec 11, 2015 Low prices, layoffs, mandated upgrades, union negotiations are among issues.

Building Arizona's Film Industry

Dec 4, 2015 Movie making is one cog in the economic engine, but could it turn into a big contributor?

Startups Are About More Than Latest Tech

Nov 27, 2015 While tech companies are synonymous with startup scene, other businesses involved, too.

Holiday Retail Sales Expected to Pick Up Slightly in Tucson

Nov 25, 2015 Continued slow, steady growth means small boost for businesses.

METRO WEEK: Working with Mexico for Business Success

Nov 20, 2015 Focus should be on working together, Latin America trade expert says

Unemployment Rates Drop in Tucson and Statewide

Nov 19, 2015 State numbers have shown recent anomalies, but appear to have returned to normal

Southern Arizona Retailers Rely on Mexican Consumers

Nov 19, 2015 Without Mexican clients, Ortega Shoes would have to close stores

Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner Up 3.5 Percent in Arizona

Nov 18, 2015 Turkey prices are down, but all the trimmings are adding up.

Downtown Tucson Transit Center Developer Selected

Nov 18, 2015 Peach Properties wins city OK for 4.7-acre Ronstadt site, including four buildings.

Mexico's Emerging Middle Class Can Benefit Southern Arizona

Nov 18, 2015 Unless Arizona repairs relationships with Mexico - California and Texas will benefit

METRO WEEK: Federal Spending Built Much of Tucson

Nov 13, 2015 Economists say Tucson depends on federal dollars– here’s a look at how much.

Tucson CFOs Make Local Business Run

Nov 12, 2015 CFOs work in all sectors, help the dollars and cents flow, keep the lights on

Tucson Electric's Falling Profits Spark Proposed Rate Increase

Nov 10, 2015 Utility's sales have dropped due to energy efficiency, grid upkeep costs of $1B.

Three Ingredients to Launch a Successful Startup

Nov 5, 2015 Local groups use events, classes, and festivals to entice startups to Tucson or help Tucsonans get their own companies up and going

Tucson Electric Seeks $12 Monthly Rate Increase

Nov 5, 2015 Proposal would restructure rates, including changing subsidies for solar.

Building Up Tucson's Entrepreneurs

Oct 29, 2015 Numerous events each year help startups learn about running successful businesses.

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