News: Center for Business and Economic Research

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Research |

With a rich store of lithium in our lands, the state has a chance to capitalize on the ever-growing demand for clean energy. Here’s how we can ensure this boom doesn’t go bust.

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Business and Community |

After a strong recovery from the pandemic recession, concerns of another recession loom despite strong employment numbers.

City view with U.N.L.V. campus in foreground
Business and Community |

UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research conference Nov. 17 to feature economic forecasts and expert panels focused on diversification and clean energy manufacturing.   

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Campus News |

A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.

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Research |

Annual report from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research predicts 3.39 million local residents by 2060.

Lake Mead
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV experts who made headlines locally, nationally, and around the world.

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Business and Community |

UNLV report posits that the lithium-ion battery economy, forecast to grow to $115 billion industry by 2030, is a key to economic diversification and development.

U.N.L.V. Football players entering Allegiant Stadium
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

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Business and Community |

Following rapid local economic growth in 2021, UNLV economists forecast continued recovery in 2022 before regressing slightly in 2023.
 

U.N.L.V.'s first conference tournament championship—and automatic bid to the NCAA Championship—since winning the Big West in 1994. It will be the Lady Rebels first NCAA tournament appearance since 2002. March 9, 2022 (Josh Hawkins/UNLV)
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

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Business and Community |

April 20 conference to feature economic and real estate forecasts for the coming year. 

An illustration of Ukraine and Russia flag colors on cracked concrete
Campus News |

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to escalate, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.