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Impact of Immigrant-Owned Businesses on Local Economies in 2025

Matthew Gray February 14, 2025

Immigrants have consistently played a crucial role in the U.S. economy, contributing to business formation, job creation, and innovation. Their entrepreneurial spirit has powered both small businesses and billion-dollar corporations, fueling economic growth across multiple industries. In 2013 alone, immigrants contributed $1.6 trillion to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), and their impact has only

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North vs. South America – Key Differences in Population, Culture, and Economy

Matthew Gray February 13, 2025

The Americas are home to over 1 billion people, spread across 23 countries in North America and 12 in South America. But how similar are they? At first, the contrasts are striking. North America is wealthier and dominated by advanced economies like the United States and Canada, while South America relies heavily on natural resources

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The 8 Fastest Growing Cities in the United States in 2025 by Population and Employment

Matthew Gray February 12, 2025

America is growing fast again. New families, job seekers, and businesses are moving toward cities that offer better opportunities and stable futures. According to United Nations data released on February 11, 2025, the population of the United States stands at about 386.7 million. Roughly 311 million people live in cities, based on Macrotrends data, which