Why Arizona’s drop in job growth is ‘surprising’ experts

Arizona has been a reliable and long -standing national leader in business growth. But this year, the state has taken a big step backwards.

For the first seven months, Arizona ranked 46th in bringing new jobs. Despite the steep decline, it has not yet indicated that the state is moving towards a stagnation. However, it surprises economic experts and points to a little slowing.

The Republic of Arizona still has a bright side Annual employment report. Business growth can be seen in the last decade of Arizona, especially by larger employers in the health sector. These employers constitute approximately one of five jobs throughout the state.

This week, the Republic of Arizona and Azcentral.com are home to Gaggle, a policy podcast. Ron Hansen And Mary Jo Pitzl The Republic’s Business reporter joined Russ wiles. Arizona’s best employers, the most comprehensive work of the annual employment report to discuss the demonstration to discuss and shares those who direct the economy of Arizona.

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