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Connecticut Economy

Rising Unemployment, Shrinking Labor Force Cloud Job Gains

Connecticut added 5,700 jobs in April, the strongest monthly gain since pandemic restrictions and closures eased in the middle of 2020. However, another jump in…

Labor Force Growth, Feb. 2020-April 2026

CBIA Response to April 2026 Employment Report

The state’s largest business organization issued the following response to…

CBIA's Chris Davis speaks about the legislative session.

CBIA BizCast: Reflecting on the 2026 Legislative Session

Connecticut’s 2026 General Assembly session ended with limited progress and…

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Connecticut Economy

There’s a Great Job Waiting for You’

Ask any Connecticut manufacturer about their challenges, and you’re...

Connecticut Economy

Three Month Job Growth Streak Ends in October

Connecticut broke a three-month streak in October, posting job...

Connecticut Economy

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October Jobs Loss Reverses Recent Trend

Connecticut lost 1,500 jobs in October, reversing a trend...

Connecticut Economy

Second Quarter GDP Report a Mixed Bag for Connecticut

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis’ latest quarterly GDP...

Connecticut Economy

Playing Offense: DECD’s David Lehman Shares His Economic Playbook

David Lehman left the private sector and a high-powered...

BizCast

CBIA BizCast: DECD’s David Lehman Plays Offense

David Lehman left the private sector and a high-powered...

Connecticut Economy

Unusual’ Education Gains Drive September Job Growth

Connecticut stretched employment gains to a third consecutive month...

Connecticut Economy

Eastern Connecticut Leads State in Manufacturing Job Growth

Eastern Connecticut manufacturing jobs grew four times as fast...

Connecticut Economy

Farmington’s TRUMPF Marks 50 Years in the U.S.

Connecticut’s rolling hills, winding back roads, and storied manufacturing...

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