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US manufacturing steady as factory prices surge on tariffs
US manufacturing expanded in February as tariffs pushed factory prices to a 3.5-year high, raising inflation risks and lowering expectations for Fed rate cuts.
US producer prices jump in January on tariff pressures
U.S. producer prices rose 0.5% in January as tariffs and higher margins pushed costs up, reinforcing expectations the Federal Reserve will delay interest rate cuts.
US construction spending rises on homebuilding rebound
U.S. construction spending rose 0.3% in December as single-family homebuilding and home renovations increased, though nonresidential projects declined.
Poll finds homes and cars out of reach for many Americans
A new poll finds many Americans say homes, new cars and health care are unaffordable as rising costs continue to squeeze middle-class household budgets.
Restaurants lead US job growth as consumers seek treats
U.S. restaurants added 108,000 jobs in 2025 as consumers cut spending elsewhere but still sought affordable treats, boosting restaurant industry job growth.
Colorado health startup expands to Louisiana market
Colorado-based Jura Health expands to Louisiana after Startup Prize Health, aiming to speed rare disease diagnoses using at-home genome sequencing kits.
Economists debate AI’s impact on US GDP growth
Economists dispute how much AI spending boosted U.S. GDP in 2025, with some saying the impact was minimal despite Wall Street enthusiasm.
Fort Collins taproom becomes Sugar Beet Saloon
Jessup Farm Barrel House in Fort Collins has new owner Sarah Shireman and will reopen as Sugar Beet Saloon with a revamped concept.
Red Rocks names new Denver Metro SBDC Director
Red Rocks Community College names Kelyn Lanier director of the Colorado Small Business Development Center serving Denver Metro.
Simple Body Bamboo Face Polish wins Clean Beauty Award
Colorado Springs-based Simple Body earns Top 3 at the 2026 Clean Beauty Awards for its Bamboo Face Polish skincare product.
US jobless claims rise slightly; rate steady
U.S. weekly jobless claims rise to 212,000 as unemployment rate seen steady at 4.3% in February amid stable labor market conditions.
40,000 Denverites Receive Care from Local, Woman-Owned Wellness Center
Denver’s The Wellness Center celebrates 25 years in service with free massages and nonprofit donations, marking its impact on 40,000 clients.
