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NAIOP New Jersey to host annual meeting, commercial real estate outlook on Jan. 25
Will Irving will present on the panel of industry experts discussing the connection between local economic trends and the state’s commercial real estate sector.
Hughes expects NJ to be Waiting for the ‘Immaculate Disinflation’
Dean Emeritus James W. Hughes said a key question now is whether the Fed’s interest rate hikes will create a soft landing with a slow-growth economy, or a hard landing that will “crash” the economy.
How Murphy says he plans to protect NJ residents from crushing medical debt
“The Governor’s proposal would certainly give relief to many in need, but ultimately governmental subsidies to those in debt are not likely to be a long-term solution,”
Dean Stuart Shapiro: For the Biden administration’s 2024 regulations, timing is crucial
The American economy added over 330,000 jobs in September, but the role of government regulation in the economic equation is conspicuously absent from discussions. This article examines the impact of regulations on the macroeconomy and why they may be less significant than previously claimed, shedding light on a complex economic reality.
New Research on Pre-Pandemic Physical Distancing and Travel Behavior led by Prof. Thakuriah
This study analyzed physical distancing in people’s daily lives and its association with travel behavior and the use of transportation modes before the COVID-19 outbreak.
NJSPL – Fostering Emotional Resilience: Virtual Schwartz Rounds for Nurses
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the critical role of nurses cannot be overstated. Nurses are the heartbeat of healthcare, navigating complex situations while providing compassionate care to all New Jerseyans. However, the demanding nature of the nursing profession can take a toll on their emotional well-being.
For Female Fashion Models, Job Security and Sexual Harassment Are Often Intertwined
The “party life,” or informal types of social networking, increases the risk of sexual harassment for women in an industry dominated by powerful men, according to a Rutgers study
‘Swapping homes like stocks’: Wall Street-backed firm buys 264 valley homes in a day
“As these companies settled in as landlords, they’ve also made bulk deals with competitor firms to grow or shed their presence in particular markets. They are essentially trading with each other to enhance the performance of their overall inventory.”
Senior Policy Fellow Brandon McKoy, MCRP ’13 Chosen to Lead The Fund for New Jersey
Bloustein School alumnus and Senior Policy Fellow Brandon McKoy MCRP ’13 has been selected as the new president of The Fund for New Jersey. Since embarking on his professional career, McKoy has emerged as a leading policymaker and social justice advocate.
West New York police earn high salaries, even more than Jersey City cops
Crime doesn’t pay in West New York, but being a police officer sure does. The working-class north Hudson town of roughly 52,000 spends nearly 20% of his annual budget, or $19.6 million, on its police department, and it doesn’t even have a police chief, according to...
Helped by federal funds and private investment, a major push for passenger rail
It's the question rail enthusiasts have posed for years: When might U.S. train travel start to more closely resemble that of Europe and Asia? ......... But even as the federal government pours money into improving the nation's rail system, experts caution the ultimate...
New Jersey’s rising unemployment makes economic future uncertain
New Jersey’s unemployment rose sharply in 2023, leaving economic experts wondering whether a rocky road is ahead in the new year. The state unemployment rate climbed from 3.4% in January to 4.7% in November, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. November’s...