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The Economic Research & Policy Group

NYCEDC's Economic Research & Policy (ERP) group performs industry and economic research to provide insights into key policy issues, conducts economic analysis of New York City projects, and tracks economic trends for policymakers and the public. ERP also helps NYCEDC evaluate projects by setting up tools to assess, measure, and report on ideation and results. The team advances high-impact thought leadership on inclusive and innovation-driven economic development.

NYC Economic Snapshot

Our monthly New York City Economic Snapshot assembles and highlights data from key sources that we track most closely in measuring the strength of the city’s economy. This monthly data informs our work here at NYCEDC, and we hope you find it useful to your work as well.

Snapshot Highlights – September 2024

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By The Numbers

71K

jobs over the pre-pandemic high

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By The Numbers

5.2%

unemployment

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NYC is at all-time high for labor force participation.

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By The Numbers

68.6K

new job postings in August

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By The Numbers

62.7%

workforce participation rate, a new record high

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NYC Economic Snapshot

This month's full report on NYC’s economy.

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NYC's Small Business Recovery

From startups on the cutting edge of innovation to neighborhood retail and restaurants, small businesses not only contribute to the overall size of the city’s economy, they add layers of diversity, enriching our neighborhoods and enhancing our quality of life. 

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