in NYC

Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers

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At NYCEDC, we take a comprehensive approach to New York City's economy.

We work to strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

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Click the play button above to explore 2024: The NYCEDC Impact, a look back at 2024 highlights across boroughs and industries, driving New York City's economy.

In the Spotlight

Two women, Cecilia Kushner and Beck Brachman, stand side by side in a modern, bright laboratory. One wears a black suit and heels, the other a blue blouse with a red pattern and black pants. Lab equipment and workstations are visible in the background.
Press Release
Imprint Labs Announces $15M in Funding to Facilitate Chronic Disease Research
May 15 2025
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Press Release
NYCEDC Issues Request for Proposals for Multiple Solar Development Sites in the Bronx
May 13 2025
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Press Release
NYCEDC and NYCDOT Cut Ribbon on 132nd Street Extension in College Point, Queens
May 12 2025
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Press Release
Mayor Adams, NYCEDC Announce Developers for Over 500 New Housing Units on Stapleton
May 12 2025
A woman stands at a podium speaking at the XSeed Award event. A large screen behind her displays the title XSeed Award’s Impact on NYC and her name, Melissa Román Burch. Flowers are arranged near the podium.
Press Release
Cure® Announces 2025 XSeed Award Winners
May 07 2025
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Press Release
NYCEDC Issues Request for Information for Adaptive Reuse Opportunity in Long Island City
May 05 2025
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New York Botanical Garden. Photo by Tagger Yancey IV/NYC and Company
Grand Army Plaza. Photo by Marley White/NYC and Company
Aerial image of NYC highlighting Lower Manhattan, East River, and Hudson River. Photo courtesy of Eloi Omella.
The Unisphere. Photo by Kate Glicksberg/NYC and Company.
New Stapleton Waterfront. Photo by John Bartelstone/NYCEDC.
New York Botanical Garden. Photo by Tagger Yancey IV/NYC and Company
Grand Army Plaza. Photo by Marley White/NYC and Company
Aerial image of NYC highlighting Lower Manhattan, East River, and Hudson River. Photo courtesy of Eloi Omella.
The Unisphere. Photo by Kate Glicksberg/NYC and Company.
New Stapleton Waterfront. Photo by John Bartelstone/NYCEDC.
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