#economic-impact

#economic-impact

The two-month closure of a bridge connecting south Kilkenny and south Wexford is expected to have a "devastating effect" on businesses on both sides of the river when it begins in June of this year. From June 24 to August 28 the Ferrymountgarrett bridge will be closed to all traffic to allow for urgent rehabilitation works on a structure which is almost 100 years old.

Infrastructure such as equipping workers with laptops and the use of web conferencing technology allowed businesses to operate on the third, and ultimately, last day of the Long Island Rail Road union strike, major hospital networks and local business advocates said.

London’s buses are the workhorses of the capital, carrying millions of people every day, but they are being held back by worsening congestion and inconsistent road management. When buses are averaging little more than walking pace in some parts of the city, it is passengers, businesses and the wider economy that lose out. Slow buses are effectively expensive buses, as the longer a service takes to complete a route, the more buses, drivers, fuel, maintenance, depot space and staff are needed to maintain the same timetable.

People's initial reaction was fear. After all, we've been living in close friendship with our American neighbors here for 80 years. They feel at home here, far from their homeland. The Americans are integrated into our social life, in soccer and music clubs. Many even stay here after they retire.

41.1% of transport & storage sector companies say they plan to increase their prices this month, together with 40.5% of retailers and 35.2% of manufacturers. This is a significant rise from April.

Austria's cable car industry reported approximately 54 million skier visits for the 2025-26 winter, one of the best seasons on record and roughly 4% above last year. This achievement has only happened twice before in the modern era, showcasing the rarity of such a performance.

Rubio stated that the US was very fortunate as a net exporter of oil, which is not as reliant as other countries on oil from the Middle East. He added, 'We've been insulated to some degree.'

The proposed casino in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is set to feature 1,500 slot machines, over 50 table games, and a sportsbook, alongside a 150-room Hard Rock Hotel and multiple dining options.

Mortgage rates are likely to remain relatively stable in May. There's no doubt that we'll have daily ups-and-downs, but a major dive is unlikely to happen.

Oil companies are reaping substantial profits as the conflict drives up oil prices and increases demand, showcasing the financial benefits of war.

The proposed city-owned center at PSU is projected to generate approximately $98.2 million in total annual economic impact, compared to $84.9 million for a renovated Keller Auditorium, according to a new Economic Impact Analysis by the Chicago-based Hunden Partners consulting firm.

The data reflects a broader shift in transport trends, with more motorists moving towards electric vehicles and reducing discretionary travel. The fall in receipts was indicative of a longer-term shift to electric vehicles.