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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

August 2012

A slow ride

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The tepid growth of the Top 75's market value reflects the recovery's current sluggish pace.

Regional Report Charlotte August 2012

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Duke Energy closed its merger with Progress Energy and hours later made a shocking change at CEO.

Regional Report Triad August 2012

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Ralph Lauren Corp. is expanding again in High Point, planning to invest $142 million and create 500 jobs.

Regional Report Eastern August 2012

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In June, the N.C. Office of the Commissioner of Banks shuttered Waccamaw Bank, the first financial institution in the state closed by regulators this year.

Money for nothing

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Cover story: Keith Simmons stacked the deck against his investors in a Ponzi scheme that took in more than $40 million.

We’re No. 1

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Up Front: A first place and a first for Business North Carolina.

State needs restrictions on licensing

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Capital Goods: The state licenses 107 trades and professions, everything from hair braiding to lawn care. Does this protect the public or restrict competition?

Regional Report Western August 2012

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The Western North Carolina Vitality Index found that while the portion of the goods-production workforce in the state and region is higher than in the nation, those leads have shrunk during the past 20 years.

Going beyond conventional thinking

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Free & Clear: Not only has North Carolina risen to national prominence in politics, but it’s a stage where important economic, educational and other issues are played out.

Regional Report Triangle August 2012

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Pittsboro-based Piedmont Biofuels has teamed up with Novozymes A/S to pioneer a process to make biodiesel from cheaper, more abundant grease.

Party time

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The Democratic National Convention in Charlotte might not deliver the dollars promised, but publicity will be priceless.