Surveys and polls are regular tools of public relations teams. But it’s important to recognize that these studies are primarily created in a company’s own interest,
The International Trade Administration provides reliable first-hand data for business journalists looking into trade affairs, which you can find at export.gov. One of the most
As the world grows more interconnected, so do food systems. Most communities import their food from many regions; local growers are additional sources. At the
Reporters across the nation covering mass transit initiatives in the upcoming ballot can turn to the National Transportation Database for vital insights. According to the
Developing daily story ideas on the business beat isn’t always easy. But thanks to Twitter, finding stories and reliable data is a lot easier for today’s business
The United States Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis provides national, international and even regional data. The regional economic accounts show the geographic distribution
If you’re reporting on labor, employment or the economy, you’ll need numbers to tell your stories. Thankfully, government data is regularly updated online and can
The United States Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis provides data from the national level to the regional level, including industry-specific numbers. The industry
From consumer spending to international economic data, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis provides data and information on a range of topics from the regional
The Bureau of Economic Analysis within the U.S. Department of Commerce provides official macroeconomic and industry statistics, providing journalists with a goldmine of statistics and
Federal- and state-level data offers a treasure trove of story ideas or story enhancers for business stories about your city or state’s local airlines and airports.
At the Women Deliver conference in Copenhagen this month, Melinda Gates announced the Gates Foundation’s commitment of $80 million to close the gender gaps and
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