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Fueling Success: GOEO and DWS Toolkits to Support Your Business

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is a powerful engine that helps drive the state’s economic growth. Its arsenal is packed with a diverse array of programs and initiatives, each a unique weapon in the battle for Utah’s prosperity. Business Services and Corporate Retention: These are Utah businesses’ allies, providing expert guidance and […]

Utah Shows no Signs of Economic Decline: Jobless Rate at 2.3%

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In spite of financial data indicating a slowing economy, Utah’s unemployment rate held at a low 2.3 percent during the month of May. Meanwhile, the national rate for unemployment rose to 3.7 percent from April. The May number indicates about 42,000 Utahns are currently jobless, according to a new report by the Utah Department of […]