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PSMJ Resources Blog: Firm Billings Continue Rise in December

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Retail spending (even with some moderation in growth toward the end of the year) increased 7.7% Statistics By region, the ABI breaks down as follows from November to December: Midwest is up 53.1 Private Equity Expert William Lehr joins PSMJ’s M& Infrastructure & Energy Projects Continue to Carry. West is down 45.1

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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A “hub” for retail, health care, education and more, Lubbock is widely known as the “Hub City.” Lubbock’s diverse economy is based on manufacturing, agriculture, wholesale and retail trade services, as well as government, higher education and health care. LUBBOCK IS THE HUB CITY. percent from the third quarter of 2012.

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FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop

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As the world’s 28th largest exporter, Thailand’s primary focus is the automotive sector (valued at more than $17 billion USD), followed by computers and jewelry, according to the Ministry of Commerce’s May 2012 statistics. Thailand leads the world in exporting natural rubber. TOP EXPORTS FROM THAILAND. Automotive and parts ($22.9 billion).

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Feature Story: 2016 Economic Development Awards

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percent, the lowest since 2007, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. According to the latest statistics from the U.S. agriculture, construction, gambling, healthcare and retail). The percentage of electricity generated by renewables continues to surge in the United States.

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