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Top Trends & Insights from the 2024 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland

January 17, 2024
A graphic that invites users to see trends and insights as to where Maryland stands in 50+ economic indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Top Trends & Insights from the 2024 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland Jan 17, 2024 The 2024 Competitiveness Redbook is here The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has released its 2024 Competitiveness Redbook, providing an in-depth analysis of the state’s economic position across over 50 metrics. Now in its second year, the data and insights in…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Technology

December 20, 2023
A graphic that invites users to see where Maryland stands in relation to technology indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Technology Dec 20, 2023 Maryland has a sizable technology sector, providing high-paying jobs and innovation. However, the state is currently experiencing some declines in the share of total employment, median wages and growth of tech establishments when compared to neighboring states and regions. Economic Indicator Spotlight: Examining the…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Manufacturing

December 6, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to manufacturing indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Manufacturing Dec 6, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. As a pillar of Maryland’s economy, the manufacturing sector provides critical high-paying employment opportunities and fuels innovation statewide. The…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: GDP & Exports

August 22, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to GDP and export indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: GDP & Exports Aug 22, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. Data regarding Maryland’s gross domestic product (GDP) value, growth and exports provides helpful insights into our state’s economy, the…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Energy

August 1, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to Energy indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Energy Aug 1, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. Maryland faces energy cost challenges that could discourage investments and business growth. The state currently has some of the…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Transportation & Infrastructure

July 19, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to transportation indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Transportation & Infrastructure Jul 19, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. The transportation system serves as the backbone of our economy, facilitating access to jobs, supplies and services…

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Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness is at Stake — Time for Action

July 11, 2023
The Port of Baltimore as seen during the day with cranes, shipping containers and vessels.

COMMENTARY Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness is at Stake — Time for Action Jul 11, 2023 As business owners, leaders and community members, you know that businesses are the backbone of our economy. From small enterprises to large corporations, businesses provide the jobs our residents depend upon, enhance our quality of life, and support vital needs like…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Education

June 15, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to education indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Education Jun 15, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. Maryland’s education system plays a critical role in shaping the state’s economic competitiveness, workforce and policy priorities. Understanding where…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Housing Values & Home Ownership

June 6, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to home ownership and housing indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Housing Values & Home Ownership Jun 6, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. Annualized housing appreciation values and home ownership rates offer valuable insights into Maryland’s economy beyond…

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Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Minimum Wage

May 17, 2023
A graphic that invites users to See where Maryland stands in relation to minimum wage indicators. The graphic is on a red background that shows the front cover of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Competitiveness Redbook, which includes numerous charts providing information about where Maryland ranks in terms of key economic indicators versus other states.

Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Minimum Wage May 17, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. As we continue sharing spotlights on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland revealing where Maryland ranks compared to…

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