Economic Development

The Philadelphia Federal Reserve’s monthly survey of manufacturers found that activity in the region continued to decline for the ninth time in a row.

Last time Philly elected a new mayor, the economy was recovering from a recession. Now that new leaders are poised to take over, experts weigh in on the future of the city.

The money will help 29 agencies statewide build and renovate facilities to help residents with work, education, and health monitoring.

Those vying to become Philadelphia’s 100th mayor weigh in on how to improve public safety, cut red tape, lower taxes, and more to spur economic growth.

Dozens of business leaders gathered to hear about Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plans for the statewide economy and his vision to collaborate with the next leader of Philadelphia.

A Pew Charitable Trusts report shows that Philadelphians are re-engaging in city life but concerns regarding public health, housing, and safety still remain.

The Downtown Dover Partnership presented a redevelopment plan dubbed Capital City 2030 to town residents this week.

The Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation is the latest group to formally oppose the $1.3 billion project.

All six candidates participating in the BUILD Philly forum backed a plan for a subway along Roosevelt Boulevard if the money were available.

The cap will be home to nearly 12 acres of parkland and seamlessly connect Old City to the Delaware River waterfront at Penn’s Landing.

Construction is slated to start this week on Arguto Court, an adaptive reuse project featuring office space and a cafe.

Students want better investment and attention on 100,000 New Jersey young people who don’t attend school or have a job.

The Campbell Soup Company will expand its Camden, N.J. headquarters to consolidate its snacks business.

A majority of business owners in Chinatown have signed a petition formally opposing the project, which would sit feet from the neighborhood.

Parkland, apartments, office towers — it’s all happening in Philadelphia this year.