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Industry Trends

Jan 26, 2026

US business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in December

US business borrowing for equipment rose 5.9% in December, with financing activity near record levels, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association.

Jan 8, 2026

Department stores bet on experiences as Saks struggles

Department stores are investing in shopping experiences as Saks struggles, highlighting pressure from e-commerce, brand boutiques and declining foot traffic.

Jan 7, 2026

Report: Colorado business confidence improves but remains negative

Colorado business confidence improved entering 2026, though the Leeds Business Confidence Index remains negative amid concerns over tariffs, politics and uncertainty.

Dec 10, 2025

U.S. import cargo declines expected to continue into 2026

U.S. import cargo volumes are expected to keep falling into 2026 as tariffs, trade policy uncertainty and weakening demand reshape global shipping trends.

Nov 18, 2025

Red Rocks College becomes new home for Colorado SBDC

Red Rocks Community College is now hosting the Colorado SBDC Metro Denver center, expanding no-cost advising, training and support for small businesses.

Nov 10, 2025

Retail sales rebound in October ahead of holidays

U.S. retail sales rose in October, showing monthly and annual gains as consumers boosted spending ahead of the holiday season, NRF data shows.

Nov 5, 2025

Karsh Hagan partners with Madden Media to expand reach

Denver-based Karsh Hagan partners with Madden Media to expand integrated marketing services across tourism, healthcare, and education sectors.

Oct 7, 2025

Women-owned brands drive innovation in sports gear

As interest in women’s sports surges, women-owned companies like IDA Sports, Moolah Kicks and Liv Cycling are reshaping gear for female athletes.

Sep 30, 2025

Colorado researchers lead study on quantum workforce growth

CU Boulder and RIT lead a national study on building the U.S. quantum workforce, as Colorado’s fast-growing industry could triple jobs in the next decade.

Sep 4, 2025

ContourGlobal opens first US solar facility in Colorado

ContourGlobal has launched its first U.S. renewable energy facility in Colorado, a solar project that will power 73,000 homes and create local jobs.

Aug 18, 2025

TVA to buy nuclear power for Google data centers

TVA will buy power from Kairos’ Hermes 2 advanced nuclear plant to fuel Google data centers in Tennessee and Alabama, boosting clean energy growth.

Jul 29, 2025

Smart pricing strategies reduce subscription fatigue

Subscription fatigue is rising, but smart pricing and loyalty strategies can help businesses retain customers and boost long-term value.