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Hollywood sign hikes, water parks, hair salons: News from around our 50 states

Arizona State University economists say the state’s economic slide due to the coronavirus pandemic will last for months but be followed by a quick rebound that results in recovery by early 2021.

COVID-19 retail closures may be final blow for malls, says ASU business professor

As some retailers close down permanently due to COVID-19, the future of malls in America may never look the same. A supply chain management professor of practice shares how they'll have to adjust and adapt to a new shopping experience moving forward.

Economists predict Arizona will see recovery by early 2021

When will Arizona's economy recover from the pandemic? Economics professors predicted a recession of three to nine months at an annual forecasting webinar presented by the Economic Club of Phoenix.

The many new indicators of an epic job collapse

The job market is difficult to understand without accurate data. An ASU economist's workforce surveys are more current than the government’s — and more frightening.

Why an ASU economist is optimistic about Arizona's recovery

As the state of Arizona reopens, the road to recovery is filled with many unknown factors. Professor of Economics Dennis Hoffman shares his insight on the future economic outlook for Valley businesses.

April jobs data to show epic losses and soaring unemployment

The unemployment rate in April reached a record high since the Great Depression. Millions of Americans have also had their hours cut to part-time status.

ASU economists predict recession of 3 to 9 months and a swift recovery by early 2021

How soon will the economy pick back up as Arizona and other states reopen their economies? Professors from the W. P. Carey School of Business share their predictions on the recession.

Q&AZ: Does my meat come from a plant where there's been a COVID-19 outbreak?

Is meat from a plant that has had cases of COVID-19 among workers safe to consume? Can you tell if meat you are purchasing comes from one of these affected plants?

What Arizona business owners say about when — and how — to reopen the state's economy

Professor of Economics Dennis Hoffman who's the director of the L. William Seidman Research Institute agrees on the need to take steps gradually.

Accelerating the transformation of teaching and learning

Members of the new Teaching & Learning Leaders Alliance share ideas and jointly develop best practices for their classrooms.