Nebraska Bureau of Business Research

Eric Thompson, K.H. Nelson College Professor of Economics and the Director of the Nebraska Bureau of Business Research (BBR), breaks down the high housing and construction costs on the Grow Lincoln radio show.

The segment begins at 11:27. Tune in for the live recording: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/employment-law-housing-and-construction-costs-markets/id1614160108?i=1000762158128

“I just don’t think we’ve really had a commitment to growth in the state,” said Eric Thompson, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln economist. “I just think we’ve been focused on other priorities — and that’s OK. But this is one of the things that happens.”

Stuck in Neutral: Nebraska used to be a leader in creating jobs and spurring growth. Not anymore. - Flatwater Free Press A new Flatwater analysis shows the state has fallen behind its neighbors. Business leaders are diagnosing why – and hoping new efforts will reverse the troubling trend.

Eric Thompson, K.H. Nelson College Professor of Economics and the Director of the Nebraska Bureau of Business Research (BBR), discussed the airport study on the Grow Lincoln radio show.

The segment begins at 7:54. Tune in for the live recording: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-lincoln/id1614160108?i=1000745560459

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Eric Thompson, K.H. Nelson College Professor of Economics and director of the Nebraska Bureau of Business Research (BBR), discussed Nebraska's financial future on the Grow Lincoln radio show.

Listen to the recording, the segment begins at 10:24:

When to Say No to Business | Nebraska's Financial Future | Dental and Vision Insurance | New 2026 Rules Podcast Episode · Grow Lincoln · 12/13/2025 · 40m

The Nebraska Chamber Foundation, in partnership with First Five Nebraska and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Bureau of Business Research, unveiled groundbreaking new research today that highlights the vital connection between access and Nebraska’s economic future.

Significant findings in "Unlocking Nebraska’s Potential: Child Care as a Key to Nebraska’s Economic Future," include:

🔹 $1.74 billion lost in business output annually due to inadequate childcare
🔹 $1.61 billion in lost labor income
🔹 Over 6,800 jobs lost due to workforce disruptions
🔹 Nebraska’s high labor force participation and strong birth rate signal a growing demand for accessible care
🔹 Childcare costs range from $9,000 to $15,000 per child annually

If wants to attract and retain working families, we must create a childcare system that is accessible, affordable and reliable. Learn more and access the report: https://firstfivenebraska.org/unlocking-nebraskas-potential-child-care-report/

Eric Thompson, K.H. Nelson College Professor of Economics and director of the Nebraska Bureau of Business Research (BBR), discussed Nebraska economic reports and provided insights into the state's economic sectors on the Grow Lincoln radio show.

Listen to the recording: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-lincoln/id1614160108?i=1000724182989. The segment begins at 01:26.

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