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Finance & Economy
Markets, real estate, and the economic pulse of Metro Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta.
Georgia State Budget Adds Record Investment in Infrastructure
Georgia's newly signed state budget includes a record infrastructure allocation targeting transit, bridge repair, and coastal flood mitigation projects.
Atlanta Startup Incubators Report Record Venture Funding Year
Startups affiliated with Atlanta's growing network of business incubators raised a record amount of venture funding this year, signaling growing investor confidence in the city's tech ecosystem.
Atlanta Beltline-Adjacent Condo Prices Climb Amid Limited Supply
Condo prices along the Atlanta Beltline continue climbing as new construction fails to keep pace with demand from buyers seeking walkable urban living.
Regional Banks in Georgia Expand Branches in Underserved Communities
Several regional banks are opening new branches in Georgia communities that have lacked convenient access to traditional banking services, part of a broader financial inclusion push.
State Economists Project Steady Growth for Georgia Through 2027
State economists released a forecast projecting steady, moderate economic growth for Georgia through 2027, citing logistics, healthcare, and financial services as key drivers.
Metro Atlanta Housing Market Sees Inventory Rise for First Time in Three Years
Metro Atlanta's housing inventory grew for the first time in three years this spring, offering modest relief to buyers who have faced a persistently tight market.
Georgia Unemployment Rate Falls to Lowest Level in a Decade
Georgia's unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in ten years, driven by hiring gains in healthcare, logistics, and financial services.
Port of Savannah Sets Cargo Volume Record
The Port of Savannah handled a record volume of cargo containers last quarter, cementing its position as one of the busiest ports on the East Coast.
Atlanta Skyline Adds Record Office Tower Amid Corporate Relocations
A new 58-story office tower is rising in Midtown Atlanta, the tallest addition to the skyline in over a decade, driven by continued corporate relocations from higher-cost metros.