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Colorado adds 1,000 construction jobs amid national slowdown
Colorado added 1,000 construction jobs from January to February despite a national slowdown, with growth in 30 states and concerns over federal transportation funding.
US job growth rebounds in March despite Iran war risks
U.S. job growth surged by 178,000 in March, the largest gain in 15 months, amid rising concerns over the Iran war's impact on the labor market.
Bioriginal to open Softgel facility in Grand Junction, Colorado
Bioriginal Food & Science Corp. plans a $2 million investment to expand softgel production in Grand Junction, creating 20 jobs over eight years.
Colorado forecast shows steady economic growth in 2026
Colorado’s 2026 economic outlook projects steady growth, 17,500 new jobs, expanding industries and rising GDP as population and labor trends slow.
September jobs report to end shutdown data drought
The Labor Department will release the delayed September jobs report next week, ending the economic data blackout caused by the 43-day federal shutdown.
Tariffs strain Colorado economy, forecast shows
Colorado’s Q3 forecast shows tariffs raising costs, slowing job growth and cutting tax credits, though the state economy remains stronger than average.
US job growth slows as Trump tariffs hit economy
U.S. job growth slowed sharply as Trump’s tariffs and trade policies disrupted hiring, pushed unemployment higher, and fueled recession concerns.
Colorado business filings rise in Q2 2025
New business filings in Colorado rose 19% year-over-year in Q2 2025 despite GDP decline, slowing job growth and lower trademark activity.
CAQ AG opens U.S. office in Denver South
German software firm CAQ AG expands to Denver South, opening its first U.S. office in Greenwood Village and bringing new jobs to the region.
U.S. adds 177K jobs in April despite trade war fears
Employers added 177,000 jobs in April, showing labor market strength despite Trump’s tariffs and economic uncertainty. Unemployment holds at 4.2%.
US economy shrinks 0.3% as Trump tariffs hit growth
U.S. GDP fell 0.3% in Q1 2025 as Trump’s tariffs disrupted trade, slowed spending, and rattled markets. Inflation and recession fears rise.
