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With the nation's unemployment rate at 10 percent, many consumers have been forced to cut back on their spending. That has hurt retail businesses, and in 2009, development of new retail buildings dropped dramatically.

With an increased focus on sustainability, some municipalities, states and the federal government are increasing regulations in an attempt to limit the amount of waste that occurs on demolition and construction sites.

The current economic challenges have accelerated the pressures on personal financial stability. As a result, the risk associated with increased expenses, loss of employment or reduction in income can lead to increased reliance on personal resources.

Since the state has already completed extensive planning work, the Milwaukee-to-Madison high-speed rail project is "ready to go," Gov. Jim Doyle said. Construction for the project will begin this year and is expected to be completed by 2013

Many business owners are uncertain how their companies and the nation's economy will be affected as Congress and President Barack Obama put the finishing touches on a health care reform bill.

Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce The Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce has announced its fourth quarter new Chamber members...

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved the following loan guarantees in December: Absolute Technology...

Imagine the economy as if it were a canoe drifting along a stream. The average speed of the stream tends to determine the speed of the canoe. The canoe's speed can be increased by active paddling by those on the canoe or it can be stalled by paddling in the wrong direction or slowed by dragging anchors from the stern.

Economic pressures, looming cap-and-trade legislation, and other economic drivers are forcing companies of all sizes toward efficiencies to improve the bottom line, according to a new study.

The hospitality and convention business is poised to make a comeback in 2010. Convention business on the books for 2010 is on pace to finish 57,000 room nights ahead of 2009.