Colorado's public pension fund withdrawing $7.2M from Russian bank after Ukraine attack
Colorado's public employee pension fund is withdrawing more than $7.2 million that's held in a Russian bank following the country's invasion of Ukraine.
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America’s cost of ‘defending freedom’ in Ukraine: Higher food and gas prices and an increased risk of recession
Americans may be tempted to view the war in Ukraine as an unfortunate, but far away, crisis. The world is too connected for the U.S. to go unaffected.
Polis: Colorado aims to accept cryptocurrency for state tax payments 'by this summer'
Governor Jared Polis said Colorado is aiming to accept cryptocurrencies for some state tax payments "by this summer" during an interview with CNBC.
Inflation climbs higher, worst numbers in 40 years
Prices of a range of goods and services have grown at the fastest rate in four decades, newly released inflation data show.
Federal Reserve plans to raise interest rates ‘soon’ to fight inflation: What that means for consumers and the economy
The Federal Reserve on Jan. 26, 2022, signaled plans to begin raising interest rates "soon" - possibly in March - in a bid to tamp down inflation before it poses a serious risk to the U.S. economy.
Inflation marker hits nearly 40-year high
Yet another key inflation marker has hit its highest rate in decades, newly released federal economic data show.
Utah unemployment numbers recovering second-fastest in U.S.
Utah's unemployment rate is bouncing back from COVID-19-pandemic-related lows faster than other states, according to a new report from WalletHub.
Colorado business confidence up despite inflation concerns
Colorado business leaders are growing more confident in the state's economic recovery despite ongoing concerns about inflation.
Utah’s Great Salt Lake recession could cost the state billions
Utah's Great Salt Lake has dropped 20.35 feet since 1986 and a continued decline could have devastating effects on the state's economy.
Colorado’s economy shows strong growth but faces headwinds, state forecasts say
Colorado's economy has shown strong growth but continues to face headwinds due to ongoing supply chain disruptions, according to state economic forecasts.
