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Survey finds continued, but weaker, economic growth

Minnesota's manufacturing sector continues to signal economic expansion, but the outlook is for weaker growth.
by Bill Catlin

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Glencore ups it stake in controversial PolyMet mine

The Swiss commodities giant now owns roughly a quarter of PolyMet's stock, with the option to purchase as much as 35 percent. PolyMet hopes to open northern Minnesota's first copper-nickel mine amid fervent environmental objections.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota banks muddle along

Minnesota banks muddle along

The financial health of Minnesota banks continued to improve in the three months ending in September, but profit growth is weak, and loan volume continues to decline compared to last year.
by Bill Catlin

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Fewer Minnesota homes headed into foreclosure pipeline

The mortgage delinquency rate, which is based on loans that are at least one payment in arrears, fell in Minnesota in the third quarter.
by Annie Baxter

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Variations on the theme of Occupy

Variations on the theme of Occupy

Why hasn't the OccupyMN presence been as intense and confrontational as those in areas like New York City and Oakland?
by Bill Catlin

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The “smoother,” the bumpier when it comes to job numbers

A "smoothing" methodology probalby played a big role in making the unemployment rate and payroll employment number point in different directions in October.
by Annie Baxter

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Jobs, unemployment both fall

Jobs, unemployment both fall

The state's employers cut 6,100 payroll jobs last month, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
by Bill Catlin

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Help wanted, bring sheepskin

Minnesota ranks 5th among the states and Washington, D.c. in future job openings that require post-secondary education.
by Bill Catlin

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Will state budget deal force up rents?

Will state budget deal force up rents?

A summer deal to close the state budget gap may shift a big new burden on to renters.
by Paul Tosto

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