Articles tagged as: Indiana economy
October 13, 2025
United Way expands workforce initiative to three more statewide organizations
More Hoosiers could have access to faster job placement and industry-recognized credentials under an expanded program from the United Way of Central Indiana. The initiative is now offered through five nonprofits across the state.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2025
Braun says wages for government-incentivized jobs have seen an increase this year
The average wage for Hoosiers has increased over the last nine months, according to Governor Mike Braun. Braun said this improvement shows Indiana's new economic development approach — that prioritizes wage growth — is working.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2025
Hoosier businesses say investment in talent pipeline addresses skilled worker needs
A recent survey shows employers in central Indiana are having a hard time finding more skilled and highly educated workers. Some Indiana companies are helping to shape the talent pool they want.
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2025
Clean energy job growth slows down in Indiana. Federal policies make future growth uncertain
The number of clean energy jobs in Indiana barely grew last year. That includes jobs in sectors like energy efficiency, wind, solar, electric vehicles and biofuels.
Read MoreSeptember 19, 2025
Indiana's unemployment rate outperforms national average, hits new private sector peak
Indiana's unemployment rate continued its trend of outperforming the national rate for the sixth month in a row. New preliminary data shows the state's unemployment rate remained the same for a third consecutive month.
Read MoreAugust 22, 2025
Report: Indiana employers want to provide training programs but don't due to lack of resources
Employers across Indiana want to provide on-the-job training opportunities for student and adult learners. However, a new report shows many employers said barriers prevent them from hosting programs like apprenticeships, internships and other training.
Read MoreJuly 24, 2025
Fewer Indiana high schoolers are going to college as enrollment hits record low
Indiana’s college enrollment rate has fallen to its lowest level on record, prompting new debate over education policy and workforce preparedness.
Read MoreJuly 22, 2025
Report: Average Indiana renter doesn't earn enough to afford basic two-bedroom apartment
There is still a large gap between what it takes to afford an average two-bedroom apartment in Indiana and the typical Hoosier renter's wage.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2025
Indiana's unemployment rate improves for fifth consecutive month
Indiana's unemployment rate continued to improve for a fifth straight month, according to new preliminary data. The state's unemployment rate for June stands at 3.6 percent, well below the national rate of 4.1 percent.
Read MoreJune 24, 2025
Indiana's labor force participation rate remains the same for third month
One measure of the strength of Indiana's economy held steady for the third month in a row, according to new preliminary data. The labor force participation rate measures the percentage of working-age Hoosiers who are working or actively looking for employment.
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