Economists at FAC: AI and data‑center investment lifted recent GDP growth, but labor and housing trends show signs of softening External economist Danny (Elliot Pollock firm) told the Finance Advisory Committee that AI and data‑center investment have been a major recent driver of U.S. GDP, while employment softened, housing affordability remains strained, and Arizona faces slower long‑term population growth concentrated in the Phoenix metro area.

AI and data-center investments have transformed the economy, boosting GDP growth, but warnings of a softening job market and housing challenges loom on the horizon.

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Panel: Arizona faces modest recession risk; tariffs, housing costs and hiring slow growth, experts say Economists and state analysts at the Finance Advisory Committee described a slow‑growth outlook with downside risks. Panelists said a mild recession scenario would materially reduce FY2028 revenues, employment data revisions may raise Arizona’s job counts, and housing affordability and tariffs remain central concerns.

Arizona's economy faces a potential slowdown with rising housing costs and tariffs posing significant risks to job growth and state revenue.

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“From Coffee Shops to Skyscrapers.” Explore how Arizona’s power players are architecting inclusive economic development & small-town strategies.

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Arizona saw a 356% jump in business investment from 2019 to 2024 — growing from $2.91B to over $13.27B!

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Arizona saw a 356% jump in business investment from 2019 to 2024 — growing from $2.91B to over $13.27B!

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🎰 Arizona's legalization of sports betting opens up new economic opportunities! Job creation, revenue generation, and business growth are on the horizon. #SportsBetting #ArizonaEconomy

Arizona sees slower population growth amid rising housing costs and economic uncertainty Arizona's population growth is positive but slowing, driven by net migration and rising housing costs.

Arizona's population growth may be slowing, but its economic pulse beats on amidst rising housing costs and emerging uncertainties.

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Tim Steller's column: Canadian visitors scrap Arizona stays, start selling homes For Star subscribers: Arizona has long been a hot destination for Canadian visitors in the winter, as well as snowbirds. Now that's changing as they get cold feet on America.

#Arizona has extremely close ties with #Canada, our #2ExportPartner. #Mexico is number one. The entire #ArizonaEconomy is at stake.

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🔥 "They Want the Robber Barons Back": ASU Economist Exposes Trump's Tariff Deception ASU economist reveals how 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada will add $10,000 to new homes and spike food prices, while University of Arizona water expert warns of coming catastrophes.

🔥 The 25% tariffs are a regressive tax that will burden working-class families in Arizona 😞. With the market losing ground and consumer confidence plummeting, we need to confront these policies. #Tariffs #ArizonaEconomy #CorporateGreed
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Almost 1 out of every 4 dollars in Arizona was tied to real estate in 2024.

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Analysts question Trump's economic strategy amid contradictions and recession indicators Economic experts highlight potential risks of Trump's tariff promises and immigration policies.

Arizona lawmakers are raising alarms about the potential economic fallout from Trump's contradictory policies, warning that tariffs and immigration strategies could trigger inflation and recession.

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Arizona and Mexico strengthen economic ties amid rising competition with China Arizona and Mexico strengthen economic ties amid rising competition from China, focusing on collaboration.

Arizona and Mexico are forging a powerful economic alliance, with a bold new strategy to outpace rising competition from China.

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