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To paraphrase the real estate maxim, when it comes to the Vermont economy, it's all about workforce, workforce, workforce. In a nutshell, the state needs more workers to sustain growth. "When we're ...
News United States » Vermont » Economy: Afghan immigrants have eased Vermont’s workforce shortage. Trump’s new restrictions could reverse those gains.
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. — When local officials decided in early 2021 to recruit refugees to this southeastern Vermont town, they imagined a gradual process. Then came the fall of Kabul. The Taliban’s return ...
News United States » Vermont » Economy: Economic well-being improves for Vermont children while education declines, report shows
Vermont ranks 4th in the nation for overall child well-being, according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The 2026 Kids Count used a new point system to score states in key areas, ...
News United States » Vermont » Economy: Commentary | Amy Spear and Megan Sullivan: Choosing progress: Vermont needs a unified path toward affordability and economic resilience
Each year, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce sets legislative priorities grounded in one core objective: advancing the Vermont economy. As we enter the 2026 session, Vermont stands at a defining moment.
News United States » Vermont » Economy: New study highlights golf’s contribution to Vermont's economy
MONTPELIER — A new statewide study conducted by Radius Sports Group on behalf of the Vermont Golf Alliance shows golf in Vermont generates $671.4 million in total economic impact, supporting 5,376 ...
News United States » Vermont » Economy: Why Top Workplaces in Vermont are concerned about the state's workforce
Vermont's economy is facing a significant workforce shortage, with nearly 100,000 residents approaching retirement age and low birth rates. Businesses are struggling to find workers, particularly in ...