Finance & Economy
Markets, local banking, and the economic forces moving Colorado forward.
Colorado Retailers Brace for Shifting Consumer Spending
Colorado retailers are adjusting strategies as consumer spending patterns shift, with shoppers favoring value-focused purchases over discretionary spending.
Colorado Renewable Energy Investment Reaches New Milestone
Colorado has reached a new milestone in renewable energy investment, with wind and solar projects now representing a majority of new generation capacity.
Denver Office Vacancy Rates Show Signs of Stabilizing
Denver's office vacancy rate is showing early signs of stabilizing after several years of elevated vacancies following shifts to remote work.
Colorado Housing Authority Expands First-Time Buyer Program
Colorado's state housing authority is expanding its first-time homebuyer assistance program, adding funding as demand has outpaced available resources.
Fort Collins Startup Funding Rounds Pick Up Pace
Startup funding activity in Fort Collins has picked up pace, with several local companies closing funding rounds after a quieter couple of years.
Colorado Springs Sees Manufacturing Investment Rebound
Colorado Springs is seeing a rebound in manufacturing investment, with several companies announcing facility expansions over the past year.
State Budget Forecast Points to Slower Revenue Growth
Colorado's latest state budget forecast points to slower tax revenue growth, prompting lawmakers to reassess spending priorities for the coming year.
Colorado Credit Unions Report Strong Membership Growth
Colorado credit unions are reporting some of their strongest membership growth in years, as consumers shift away from larger national banks.
Pueblo Steel Sector Adds Jobs Amid Infrastructure Push
Pueblo's steel manufacturing sector is adding jobs as infrastructure spending drives demand for domestically produced steel products.