The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute

The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute , has released the November 2024 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard. Three essential insights from the dashboard include: 1. Inflation ticked up slightly but remains below elevated levels seen earlier this year. 2. Median home sales price in Utah rebounded to a five-month high in October. 3. Utah's consumer sentiment reaches its highest level since June 2021. Learn more: https://loom.ly/__br8Cs #RoadmaptoProsperity #EconomicDashboard

Utah’s consumer sentiment significantly increased in November (by 9.1%, from 80.7 in October to 88.1 in November), according to the Gardner Institute’s Survey of Utah Consumer Sentiment. November sentiment in Utah shows the second-largest growth since November 2020. A similar survey by the University of Michigan found a much smaller change (1.8% increase) in sentiment among Americans during the same time (from 70.5 to 71.8).

In Utah, businesses pay various state and local taxes that support critical public services. These taxes include the corporate income tax, individual income tax, property tax, sales and use tax, unemployment insurance tax, and other taxes. In FY 2024, Utah businesses paid $8.1 billion in state and local taxes. Today, the Gardner Institute released Part Five of its visual guide series on tax modernization in Utah, aiming to help policymakers and the public better understand Utah’s business taxes.

On Friday, January 10, join the Salt Lake Chamber and The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit. Don't miss the state's premier economic forecasting and public policy event that is attended by policy and academic thought leaders from across Utah. Learn more and register: https://loom.ly/F-9k6IQ #UEOPPS #UtahEO #utecon #utahbusiness

The Gardner Institute invites applications for three graduate research assistant positions for the 2025-2026 school year! Our GAs work 20 hours per week during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters and will work with our staff on a wide range of projects. Visit our website to learn more about the program and apply now! Applications are due by Friday, January 10, 2025.

Did you know: The Gardner Institute is on YouTube! Check out our channel to view video highlights of recent research, interviews with our researchers, summaries of events, and more!

Register now for our November 20 Newsmaker Breakfast: "The Economics of Entrepreneurship," which will delve into the factors that foster entrepreneurial success and examine how policy can support sustainable growth within our local economy. As one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, Utah is fueled by innovative startups and vibrant business ventures that create jobs, enhance community well-being, and contribute to a dynamic economic landscape. We are pleased to welcome The University of Chicago Booth School of Business Professor Dr. Eric Zwick and University of Utah Vice President for Innovation Troy D'Ambrosio, who will discuss efforts underway at the U and in Utah to support successful entrepreneurship in the economy.

The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the October Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard. This tool prioritizes key data on the state's economic outlook and actionable context for decision makers. "Utah consumers are showing signs of optimism, which reflects cautious confidence in our economy and what the future may hold. Amidst shifting circumstances, Utah's economy continues to show resilience," said Derek Miller, president & CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber. Check out the 3 essential takeaways: https://loom.ly/SUpC84E #RoadmaptoProsperity #EconomicProsperity #BusinessLeaders

The Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit is Utah's premier annual event where policy leaders and decision-makers provide insight into our state's economic future. Register now!

Register now! Join the American Society for Public Administration Utah Chapter and the Gardner Institute on November 12 to hear Utah state legislators discuss their priorities for the upcoming 2025 general session. We hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/guqsGU-r