Agency official says Tennessee had a 'record year' in 2025 for economic development An agency official at MTSU said Tennessee saw a "record year in 2025," citing record-breaking rural jobs and foreign direct investment, and said the department will release its annual report in the coming weeks.

Tennessee just celebrated a groundbreaking year in economic development, boasting record-breaking jobs and foreign investments that could reshape the future!

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Tennessee economists see slower job growth, warn tariff shifts and concentrated spending risk state sales-tax receipts Dr. Larry Kessler of the University of Tennessee told the Senate Finance committee that Tennesseefaces slower labor-market growth despite continued GDP gains, with consumer spending increasingly driven by higher-income households and trade-policy shifts cutting exports and imports in key sectors.

Tennessee's economy is growing, but job creation is lagging and spending disparities threaten future sales-tax revenues—what's behind this unsettling trend?

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TACIR: Jobs market shows fragility as economists forecast modest growth TACIR analysts told the Senate Finance Committee on Feb. 3 that national growth forecasts have improved slightly but the labor market shows signs of fragility; Tennessee'specific impacts vary by metro area with large projects such as Blue Oval City weighing on regional employment patterns.

Tennessee's economy shows signs of fragility as experts warn of a looming recession amidst modest growth forecasts—what does this mean for local jobs?

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Tennessee economic development presentation outlines 2026 strategy, cites $11.4 billion in 2025 investments An unidentified department presenter outlined Tennessee's 2026 economic strategy, highlighting 2025 results of 75 projects, more than 8,000 jobs and $11.4 billion in capital investment, emphasized rural job growth and named Oak Ridge as central to future advanced-industry plans.

Tennessee is set to revolutionize its economy by shifting focus from job counts to innovation and capital investment, with a staggering $11.4 billion in new projects and a commitment to rural job growth.

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Ending TPS isn’t just cruel. It is costly. For Tennessee, it means lost tax revenue, disrupted industries, and families torn apart. This is what ending TPS looks like in dollars and sense. #TPS #Immigration #TennesseeEconomy @thetnholler.bsky.social

Economic Development Board approves $3.3M funding for three Tennessee job-creating projects Board approves funding to support job creation and investments by TIRAC, Halmet, and Summertown.

Tennessee is set to ignite economic growth with a $3.3 million funding boost for three transformative projects that promise to create over 500 new jobs!

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Tennessee ranks second in economic competitiveness according to ALEC report Tennessee achieves second place in ALEC's Rich States, Poor States economic ranking.

Tennessee has leaped to second place in the latest ALEC economic ranking, showcasing its booming business-friendly climate and the potential for even greater growth ahead!

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Tennessee State Funding Board approves February minutes and reviews economic forecast Funding Board accepts report predicting 5.3% personal income growth for fiscal year 25

Tennessee's economic outlook shines bright with a projected 5.3% growth in personal income for fiscal year 2025, sparking optimism among state officials.

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Tennessee General Assembly mandates TACIR study on global economic challenges General Assembly directs TACIR to examine strategies for Tennessee's economic resilience

Tennessee is taking bold steps to secure its economic future by mandating a comprehensive study on global challenges—will this bill reshape the state's approach to trade and resources?

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XAI invests billions in Memphis data center attracting power from TVA XAI rapidly develops Memphis facility with significant investments and innovative power solutions.

Tennessee is on the brink of an economic transformation as XAI invests billions in a cutting-edge data center, raising crucial questions about energy demands and community welfare.

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