The Conversation: Trump’s Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Could Spell Trouble for Distilled Spirits
The U.S. imports far more distilled spirits than it exports – five times as much by value, as of 2024.
UT Study Finds Tax Cuts, Inflation Control Top Priorities for Tennessee Business Leaders
The Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research conducted the survey between Jan. 8 and 31, gathering responses from business leaders across the state.
The Conversation: Five Super Bowl Commercials That Deserve Places in the Advertising Hall of Shame
There’s a lot of pressure to get things right when creating an advertisement during the Super Bowl.
Study Shows Record High Satisfaction Among TennCare Enrollees
In a new survey from the Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research, 96% of TennCare recipients reported being satisfied or very satisfied with the program.
Boyd Center Report Shows Tennessee’s Economy to Surpass US Growth in 2025
Jobs are expected to grow faster in Tennessee than in the U.S. in 2025 in many sectors, including natural resources, mining and construction.
The Conversation: Retailers That Make It Harder to Return Stuff Face Backlash from Their Customers
Whether they often or rarely return products they’ve purchased, consumers object – unless those retailers explain why.
Turning Student Business Dreams into Reality
At UT, a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is equipping student entrepreneurs with the skills and resources needed to start their own companies.
The Conversation: Political Bickering and Policy Uncertainty Take a Toll on Business Investment, Research Shows
Because policy uncertainty tends to spike around elections, studies suggest that the current political environment is creating headwinds for business investment.
Business Leaders Concerned About Inflation but Optimistic About Tennessee
Despite a pessimistic outlook on the U.S. economy, business leaders remain optimistic about Tennessee’s business climate.
Tennessee Population Projected To Hit Nearly 8 Million by 2040
The state has already recorded robust population increases in the early 2020s, and by 2030 is expected to grow to 7.51 million people.
The Conversation: Complaints Are Different When Customers Think a Company Cares
When deciding whether to report a negative incident, customers seem to be more influenced by “brand warmth” rather than “brand competence.”
The Conversation: Does the US have a Planned Economy? You Might Be Surprised
Businesses are increasingly turning to planners to direct supply chain processes.