Buffeted by a series of economic shocks, the state's GDP dipped to near zero (0.4 percent) in Fiscal Year 2019-20, bounced back to 4.7 percent in Fiscal Year 2020-21, and surged to 7.0 percent in Fiscal Year 2021-22, more than double the pre-pandemic-year growth rate and exceeding the prior peak growth rate of 6.6 percent in Fiscal Year 2004-05. The state's economy expanded by 4.4 percent in Fiscal Year 2022-23 and 4.5 percent in Fiscal Year 2023-24, but the Conference expects growth to decelerate to 2.1 percent and 1.9 percent over the current and next fiscal years as businesses and consumers transition from a high inflation / high interest rate environment to more normal conditions. Beginning in Fiscal Year 2026-27, the economy will stabilize at its characteristic 2.0 to 2.1 percent per year.
继 2023 年第四季度增长 2.6% 之后,采矿业的实际产出在 2024 年第一季度下降了 2.3%,并从整体实际 GDP 增长中扣除了 0.1 个百分点。12 种矿物组中有 10 种产量下降,尤其是铂族金属 (PGM)、煤炭、黄金和锰矿石。PGM 产量下降主要是由于安全事故后矿井关闭,以及 PGM 价格下跌,而煤炭生产继续受到电力供应中断和铁路运力不足的阻碍。黄金产量受到运营挑战的拖累,包括 2023 年 12 月一家大型黄金生产商停产后矿井关闭和产量增长放缓。相比之下,由于中国对钢铁的需求增加,2024 年第一季度铁矿石产量有所增加。
在新冠病毒从中国传入美国之前,美国经济创造了 700 多万个就业岗位,近 12,000 家工厂返回美国,美国人的财富创下历史新高。随着蓝领工人的工资增长速度超过其管理人员的工资增长速度,不平等现象有所减少,底层 10% 人群的收入增长速度快于顶层 10% 人群的收入增长速度,扭转了过去几届政府的趋势。自我执政以来,家庭中位收入增长了 6,000 多美元,无论种族、民族、教育背景或年龄段如何,人们的收入都有所提高。仅在 2019 年,家庭中位收入就增加了 4,400 美元,一年的增幅超过了截至 2016 年的整个 16 年。尽管有超过 200 万人从边缘重返劳动力市场,但失业率在 2020 年 2 月暴跌至 3.5%,为半个多世纪以来的最低水平。
ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS United States consumer sentiment increased 1.8% in November 2024 from the October 2024 level and was 17.1% above the level in November 2023. Consumer sentiment in November 2024 was at the highest level since April 2024, but only marginally above the average from 1979-1982. In contrast to the similar levels of sentiment, between 1979 and 1982, the inflation rate averaged 10.3% and the unemployment rate averaged 7.6%, while through November 2024, the year-to- date inflation rate averaged 3.0% and the unemployment rate averaged 4.0%. Oil prices fell 2.4% from October 2024 to November 2024 and were 17.1% below the level in November 2023. The $69.95-per-barrel price in November 2024 was the lowest since August 2021, when it was $67.73 per barrel. Compared to the all- time high of $133.88 per barrel in June 2008, the price of oil in November 2024 was down 47.8%.
Oman struggled for some time with a low oil price, a precarious financial situation and declining assessments of the country's creditworthiness. Since mid-2021, these variables have constantly improved (oil price, finances, credit rating) – particularly the debt reductions and spending restraints have been met by a series of upgrades from the ratings agencies, moving Oman back towards an investment grade rating -, but the Omani economy is still characterized by volatility (oil price), slow-moving diversification and rising (youth) unemployment . The current high hydrocarbon price allows Oman to repay loans earlier, while the stabilized credit rating allows it to take out new loans at improved conditions. Still, the Omani authorities will be forced to implement austerity measures to further contain the budget deficit, while preventing these to increase the risks of discontent among the population. The government is currently unable to offer the necessary number of new jobs in the public sector – hence, a strong element in tenders is the in-country-value that an investor can bring to the table. The private sector tends to struggle in competing against dominant state-owned companies , although the government is creating various incentives for innovation, entrepreneurship and SMEs. Due to the social situation, the government will be able to implement the reforms of the economic structures only more slowly than planned. Despite the diversification efforts of the past years, Oman remains a largely hydrocarbon- dependent economy , providing the bulk of public revenues. Given the limits of crude and natural gas reserves, the pressure to become less hydrocarbon-dependent is significant. Hence, the country is actively seeking to further diversify its economy by implementing reforms under Vision 2040. Noteworthy are the efforts to position the sultanate as a key hub for green hydrogen in view of a post-carbon world. Oman is politically stable , one of the safest countries in the region, and geographically well located at the crossroads of Middle East, Asia and East Africa. For Switzerland, Oman offers several opportunities, inter alia in sustainable/renewable energy, cleantech, infrastructures, tourism and health/pharmaceuticals. Bilateral trade from 2022 to 2023 has increased by 15% to over 307 Mio CHF, whereby 276 Mio CHF are exports from Switzerland to Oman. Trade is expected to further grow in 2024; indeed, during the first six months of 2024, the bilateral trade further increased by 14%. Important trade commodities are chemical and pharmaceutical products; precision instruments, clocks, watches and jewellery; as well as machines, appliances and electronics. Equally increasing is the number of Swiss companies that have a physical presence in the Sultanate.
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CONCISE SUMMARY OF ECONOMIC IMPACT STATEMENT An Economic Impact Statement is required for this proposed rule by Section 25-43-3.105 of the Administrative Procedures Act. This is a Concise Summary of the Economic Impact Statement which must be filed with the Secretary of State's Office. AGENCY NAME
The Directive requires manufacturers to repair their prod- ucts at reasonable prices and within a reasonable time after the legal warranty period. Consumers are given access to spare parts and repair information, and incentives such as vouchers and subsidies for repairs are created. This applies to – Household washing machines and dryers, (EU) 2019/2023 – Domestic dishwashers, (EU) 2019/2022 – Refrigerators, (EU) 2019/2021 – Electronic displays (e.g. monitors, televisions), (EU) 2019/2021 – Welding equipment, (EU) 2019/1784 – Vacuum cleaners, (EU) No 666/2013 – Servers and data storage products, (EU) No 2019/424 – Smartphones, mobile phones, cordless phones, tablets, (EU) 2023/1670 – Domestic clothes dryers, (EU) 2023/2533 – Batteries for light-duty vehicles, (EU) 2023/1542 (EVZ, 2024)
The Economic Development Director leads a small team, preparing annual work plans and staff assignments that further the Economic Development Strategy and Urban Renewal Plans. The Director leads business development opportunities related to recruitment, retention, and expansion, including small business, commercial, retail, and traded sector areas of focus. This position directs and approves the strategic direction and administration of City incentives that align with City Council priorities and best practices, including economic incentives. The Economic Development Director responds to and resolves inquiries related to economic development issues and provides expert guidance to businesses, property owners, developers, and commercial real estate professionals to promote investment within the City of Gresham.
To receive the tax exemption, qualifying businesses must apply to the Department of Commerce (FloridaCommerce). 8 The Division of Economic Development within FloridaCommerce then reviews applications and recommends approval or disapproval. Upon department approval, certifications for the exemption are valid for two years but can be renewed for another two years. Once the exemption certifications are granted, the Department of Revenue is responsible for issuing the tax exemption certificate to each qualifying business. Per s. 212.08(5)(j)5.d., Florida Statutes , applications and renewals for the SDST exemption are required to indicate the value of the investments made in real and tangible personal property, and the value of tax-exempt purchases and taxes exempted during the previous calendar year. 9, 10