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, N.C. - Closer collaboration, proactive branding, and a greater focus on data science education and talent development will propel North Carolina to the top of the emerging data economy, according to a new report published today by the North Carolina Board of Science, Technology & Innovation (BSTI).  Leadership in the data economy is becoming increasingly critical as more and more economic value is based on the ability to successfully collect and manipulate data for insight and profit.

Company will invest $330 million in production and distribution operations

U.S. unit of Swiss technology group will invest $62 million

Automotive Supplier will add 42 jobs and invest more than $13 million

igh, N.C. — Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 71 of North Carolina’s counties in December, decreased in 9, and remained unchanged in 20.  Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 11.6 percent, while Buncombe County had the lowest at 3.7 percent.  Eleven of the state’s metro areas experienced rate increases and four remained unchanged.

Poultry producer will invest nearly $44 million, pay new workers an average of $51,000

Raleigh, N.C. — The state’s seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate was 5.1 percent, increasing 0.1 of a percentage point from November’s revised rate.  The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.7 percent.

r Roy Cooper has recommended eight community and regional projects in Western North Carolina for Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) funding. The recommendations total more than $3 million in ARC funds.   “The Appalachian Regional Commission is a longtime, valued partner in regional economic development for our state,” said Governor Cooper. “From enhancing STEM education to improving broadband access, these projects support jobs and local businesses in communities across Western North Carolina.”

More cabinet leaders to be named later this week

Expansion in operations will bring $8.4 million investment