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Strong government leadership would boost economy
Economist Mike Knetter, Ph.D., foresees another year of steady, but slow, growth in 2013.
Recovery may need a kickstart
Diminished expectations mark survey results from the latest Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) Business Outlook Survey.
Manufacturers shine on stock market
Just as manufacturing proved to be a strong component of south eastern Wisconsin's economic recovery in 2012, the stock shares of several manufacturers were among the brightest local performers in the past year.
The fiscal cliff: Now for the hard part
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the American Taxpayer Relief Act (ATRA), addressing the tax portion of the fiscal cliff, but delaying decisions on the spending part for another two months (for now).
Technology gives consumers more power
Consumers are more connected than ever, with Wi-Fi, 4G, aircards and other technology allowing people to connect to the Internet almost anywhere.
Manufacturing leaders still cautious
Manufacturing companies have a lot of cash on their balance sheets, but they will continue to spend it conservatively in 2013, according to Peter Gottsacker, president of St. Francis-based Wixon Inc.
Fracking makes major impact on U.S. energy supplies
Horizontal directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”) will continue to result in larger domestic energy supplies in the U.S. and lower prices for consumers this year, according to energy industry experts, including Lawrence T. Borgard, the president and chief operating officer of Integrys Energy Group.
Businesses have decisions to make on health care plans
With the certainty ongoing rollout of Obamacare in the coming year, Gerald Frye, president of The Benefit Services Group in Pewaukee, advises employers to focus their immediate attention on exchange notifications they must give employees and internal assessments of their health care plans in the face of reform.
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Stay on the digital cutting edge
Digital marketing and social media have changed very quickly in a short period of time. In 2013, three trends will play key roles in determining online success.
Rays of hope in housing market
The number of homes sold in southeastern Wisconsin was up significantly in 2012, but the prices of homes sold continued their post Great Recession slide.
Expect consolidations in banking industry
Financial institutions will continue to improve from a profitability standpoint throughout 2013. However, earnings pressures will also continue to challenge the industry.
‘Stay awake’
As we move into a new year, I am reminded of a story in the book: “Leadership From the Inside Out,” by Kevin Cashman.
