Mastercard SpendingPulse: U.S. Retail Sales Grew 8.5% During Holidays
It’s been a resurgent season for retailers as consumers stocked their carts with gifts and gadgets, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse.
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DOT Maritime Administration Announces $241 Million in PIDP Awards
The Department of Transportation Maritime Administration announced recently $241 million in grant awards for the Port Infrastructure Development Progr...
Site Selection Firm Releases Annual Global Innovation Hubs Report
Hickey and Associate’s annual 2021 Global Innovation Hubs report outlines and evaluates the factors currently driving business innovation and transfor...
Recreational Vehicle Shipments Set Record for November, Says RV Industry Assoc.
The RV Industry Association’s survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 49,135 units, a record for the month.
Suntory Group Unveils Prototype Bottle Made of 100% Plant-Based Materials
Suntory’s new plant-based bottle takes beverages industry closer to holy grail of bioplastics, says GlobalData.
$12.6 Million in Federal Grants Designated for America’s Marine Highways
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration awarded $12.6 million in grants to nine marine highway projects across the nation.
Report: Supply Chain Disruption Creates Efficiency, Competitive Advantage Opportunities
Businesses that prioritize supply chain reliability can gain a competitive advantage in the year ahead, according to a 2022 outlook report.
November Retail Sales Put Holiday Season On Track To Set Records
Retail sales continued to grow in November, putting the 2021 holiday season on track for record spending, the National Retail Federation said.
Forecast: 4.6% Growth in Equipment, Software Investment and 3.5% GDP Growth
Low financial stress, an expanding housing sector, and increased federal spending on infrastructure are expected to propel equipment and software inve...
FL: Enterprise Florida Board OKs $10M to Support Bids for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Enterprise Florida's board voted to make $10 million in funds available to support Miami and Orlando’s ongoing bids to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup to...