The fact that we do so well on business survival rates should tell us that the Minnesota economy can benefit greatly from an increased rate of business formation.
Childcare is so expensive in Minnesota that based on the affordability standard set by the US Department of Health and Human Services, that childcare is only affordable if it does…
A round-up of the last week’s economic news stories in Minnesota.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has shared a list of the top 30 jobs in demand in the state based on job postings through its #GoodJobsNow…
Center of the American Experiment this week released their latest economic report titled Closing Minnesota’s Budget Deficit, providing a roadmap for Governor Walz and the legislature to follow while closing a $1.2…
A round-up of the last week’s economic news stories in Minnesota.
According to research by the Tax Foundation and Mackinac Center for Public Policy, Minnesota's high excise tax rates are to blame for Minnesota's high and increased levels of inbound cigarette…
Given the fact that Minnesota has historically performed poorly when it comes to business formation, changes need to be made if the state is to capitalize on the recent growth…
A round-up of the last week’s economic news stories in Minnesota.
For the second consecutive month, Minnesota has seen a drop in unemployment due to people leaving the workforce entirely.
If workers do become more sensitive to state taxes as a result of Covid-19, it should give state policymakers pause for thought before hiking taxes further.
A round-up of the last week’s economic news stories in Minnesota.
Today, November 12th, marks "Women in Apprenticeship Day" in Minnesota to recognize the important role women play in the skilled workforce and key industries that form the economic backbone of…
Veterans Day is an important reminder of the service our nation's heroes have given in defense of America. As we celebrate and honor our veterans today, we can also celebrate…
The purpose of taxation is not to bash the rich but to raise revenue to pay for government functions. Minnesota's estate tax, by costing the state government revenue, actually makes…
Abolishing the AMT for individuals and eliminating the marriage tax penalty wouldn't send Minnesota rocketing up the rankings, but, again, they would be baby steps in the right direction.
Conforming to the federal schedule for depletion and abolishing the corporate AMT wouldn't send Minnesota rocketing up the rankings, but they would be baby steps in the right direction.
A round-up of the last week’s economic news stories in Minnesota.
Now that Covid-19 has accelerated the adoption of remote work, nothing much will stop Minnesota high-income earners from moving to low tax states like Nevada.
Governor Walz's stringent eviction moratorium, together with the CDC eviction moratorium, has hamstrung small property owners, negatively impacting their revenues and could potentially lead to a worsening housing crisis in…
Data by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis show that the least educated people suffer the most significant negative change in employment during periods of economic downturn.
One argument against the "one-size-fits-all" approach to public policy is the fact that it does not take into account differences in individual choices and risk, meaning suboptimal results for some…
From 2020 to 2021, Iowa saw its State Business Tax Climate Index ranking rise from 45th to 40th. Policymakers in Saint Paul should take note.
Startups are important for the economy; they are a major contribution to job creation and productivity growth. Their ability to survive and grow is therefore important for the growth of…