by Jan Wangler | Feb 13, 2026 | Business Briefings
Cross-Sector What happenedThe U.S. Census Bureau released new Business Formation Statistics (BFS) for January 2026 (new-business application and formation trends, with state-level data available in the dataset). Why it mattersThis is an early “demand and competition”...
by Jan Wangler | Feb 12, 2026 | Business Briefings
Cross-Sector (Workforce / Hiring Conditions) What happenedThe Bureau of Labor Statistics latest state-level employment data continues to show low unemployment and tight labor conditions in North Dakota, with no meaningful easing in hiring pressure entering...
by Jan Wangler | Feb 10, 2026 | Business Briefings
IN & OUT Today! Clarity in under 1 minute! No new or materially updated items affecting daily business operations were published since the last briefing.~ We’re holding the line on signal over noise. Two Numbers & a Nudge Two Numbers 0 — New ND operational...
by Jan Wangler | Feb 9, 2026 | Business Briefings
Technology & Small Business What happenedThe North Dakota Department of Commerce continues to accept applications for the Innovate ND startup support program, which offers business coaching and up to $50,000 in reimbursable funding for qualifying early-stage...
by Jan Wangler | Feb 6, 2026 | Business Briefings
Cross-Sector (Workforce / Economic Indicators) What happenedThe Bureau of Labor Statistics updated North Dakota’s state labor snapshot showing continued low unemployment and steady overall employment, with construction and manufacturing showing modest gains and...
by Jan Wangler | Feb 5, 2026 | Business Briefings
Healthcare What happenedNorth Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comment on the five-year renewal of the Medicaid 1915(c Children with Medically Fragile Needs Home and Community-Based Services Waiver. Public input is open through Feb 26, 2026...
