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U.S. Macro Forecast: Look Through The Snow At The Fundamentals

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. “The polar vortex, ice and snow storms in the South, colder than usual conditions in the Midwest, and a major drought in parts of California all contributed in skewing a variety of indicators from job growth to home sales to retail sales – and pushed them artificially downwards,” said Kevin Thorpe, Cassidy Turley Chief Economist.

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Locations For eCommerce And Distribution: Made To Order

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As consumer buying patterns evolve, eCommerce and distribution operations require a changing set of location-related assets for success. .

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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Over $100 million in investments are expected to be made by concerns adjacent to the arena, which could generate over 1,000 new jobs, new retail and significant quality of life enhancements. That research supports the trade shows and targeted retail and hospitality efforts of the city. The company $7.2-million

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