Economic Development

On Tuesday, Pennsylvania state lawmakers held a hearing with stakeholders to better understand how the state can prepare and manage the growth of data centers.

A new report explores how immigration shapes Philadelphia’s population, economy and community. WHYY and the Welcoming Center are hosting a Sept. 18 forum to discuss the data.

Buy now, pay later apps are growing in popularity, especially among young shoppers. Some financial experts say these convenient apps are cause for concern.

The African American Chamber of Commerce is working to make sure its members can grow their businesses from the influx of tourists next year.

As one of her final acts as director, Paula Marincola brought the Pew Center for Arts and Heritage into a partnership with the Barnes.

On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.

Major drugstore chains and independent pharmacies have been closing stores and struggling with several challenges.

Economic challenges are leaving projects on hold as developers struggle to secure tenants and financing.

Organizers say that residents can’t budget their way out of poverty and would benefit from a cash influx and an economic mobility counselor.

The Sixers arena deal died in January, but two months later, City Council is finally changing the space back to its former zoning.

City planners are open to renovating or demolishing the historic former police headquarters.

Philadelphia has a smaller prime business district than most of its peers, but the largest vibrant mixed-use portfolio, a CBRE report shows.

Philip Fitzgerald, the nonprofit organization’s new chief impact officer, will focus on economic mobility, community safety and youth development.

To increase potential sales, Stimulus leverages artificial intelligence to find out when a large institution might be most receptive to vendors.

Eager to offer more inclusive cosmetics, Pound Cake, a local start-up, got an influx of capital to help make that a reality.