Artificial Intelligence Offers an Opportunity for Nebraska Firms
While the adoption of artificial intelligence remains in early stages and its ultimate effects are uncertain, firms in Nebraska may use these products as an opportunity to address challenges in finding labor, managing costs, or both.
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December 15, 2025
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Cooling Labor Markets in Nebraska Present Some Challenges for Younger Workers
Labor conditions in Nebraska have cooled over the last year, marked by slowing demand and a slight increase in unemployment. Hiring has slowed across industries and fewer workers are voluntarily leaving jobs, resulting in some challenges for younger workers.
Nebraska Economist
Labor Market
Nebraska
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John McCoy
Nate Kauffman
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September 29, 2025
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Uncertainty Clouding a Conclusive Assessment of Nebraska’s Economy
Some economic data suggest that labor markets in Nebraska have remained solid, though perhaps somewhat cooler than a year or two ago.
Nebraska Economist
Labor Market
Regional Economy
Nebraska
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John McCoy
Nate Kauffman
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July 9, 2025
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Labor Market Risk Associated with Trade Uncertainty More Limited in Nebraska
Nebraska’s labor market has remained strong through the first quarter of 2025 and faces more limited risk from trade policy uncertainty than other states.
Nebraska Economist
Labor Market
Trade
Nebraska
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John McCoy
Nate Kauffman
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April 18, 2025
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Post-Secondary Education Helping Fill Job Openings in Nebraska with Room to Grow
Educational institutions serve as an important source of in-demand labor and with a few innovations, may further improve the development of the state’s labor force.
Labor and Demographics
Nebraska Economist
Regional Economy
Nebraska
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John McCoy
Nate Kauffman
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December 6, 2024
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Nebraska’s Labor Market Still Strong, but More People Working Multiple Jobs
The labor market in Nebraska remains strong, but some emerging trends point to elements of softness important to monitor moving forward.
Labor and Demographics
Nebraska Economist
Regional Economy
Nebraska
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John McCoy
Nate Kauffman
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November 20, 2024
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"Producing" Growth
Manufacturing has been a source of strength for Nebraska's economy.
Nebraska Economist
Nebraska
Manufacturing
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Nate Kauffman
John McCoy
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July 15, 2024
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Revenge spending in the wake of the pandemic
Nebraskans are spending more on experiences after the pandemic, according to recent research from the Kansas City Fed.
Nebraska Economist
Nebraska
Omaha Branch
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Andrea Gallagher
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May 23, 2024
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Leisure and Hospitality: Strong Demand and Supply Constraints
Strong household finances, along with pent-up demand from the pandemic, has fueled discretionary spending on recreation and experiences for Nebraskans.
Labor and Demographics
Nebraska Economist
Savings
Nebraska
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John McCoy
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May 7, 2024
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Nebraska's Tight Labor Market: An Update to Long-Running Shortage Concerns
Labor markets have been tight in Nebraska for almost a decade. Increasing participation among the youngest members of the labor force could help.
Labor and Demographics
Nebraska Economist
Nebraska
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John McCoy
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January 19, 2024
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