A CBER report on entrepreneurship during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights how Nevada’s economy adapted, with increased business formation across several industries.
Nevada Led Nation in Post-Pandemic Small Business Growth
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From Pandemic Uncertainty, a Stronger Small-Business Culture Emerged
From Pandemic Uncertainty, a Stronger Small-Business Culture Emerged
CBER Director Andrew Woods noted that many of the small businesses launched during the pandemic remain in operation today, reflecting Nevada’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape.
Economist Weighs In on Layoffs and AI Concerns
Economist Weighs In on Layoffs and AI Concerns
Stephen Miller, research director at UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research, discussed whether recent large-scale layoffs are being driven more by recession fears than artificial intelligence.
Andrew Woods Discusses Las Vegas Tourism Trends
Andrew Woods Discusses Las Vegas Tourism Trends
Andrew Woods, director of UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research, spoke with KSNV about ongoing tourism conditions and broader economic trends in Southern Nevada.
Expert Sees Hope in Conventions Amid Tourism Slump
Expert Sees Hope in Conventions Amid Tourism Slump
Andrew Woods of UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research discussed Las Vegas’ tourism slowdown and the potential boost from major conventions and events.
How Would a Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates Impact Nevadans?
How Would a Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates Impact Nevadans?
Stephen Miller, research director at UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research, weighed in on how capping credit card interest rates could affect consumers and broader economic activity.
UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January
UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January
Andrew Woods of UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research shared insights on Nevada’s 2026 business outlook, contributing economic analysis on what state businesses can expect in the year ahead.
Stronger Small-Business Culture Emerged From Pandemic Uncertainty
Stronger Small-Business Culture Emerged From Pandemic Uncertainty
A UNLV white paper from the Center for Business and Economic Research finds Nevada experienced one of the fastest rates of new business growth in the nation following the pandemic.
CBER Report: Nevada Led the Nation in Post-Pandemic Small Business Growth
CBER Report: Nevada Led the Nation in Post-Pandemic Small Business Growth
A new report from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research highlights how Nevada led the nation in small business growth following the pandemic, offering insight into the state’s economic recovery.
Nevadans have a lot of credit card debt. How would a cap on interest rates impact that?
How Would a Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates Affect Nevadans?
Stephen Miller, research director at UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research, notes that capping credit card interest rates could have unintended consequences, including reduced consumer spending.