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The article discusses the 2017 EE-Evaluation Engineering salary survey. Topics discussed include the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) prediction of slow growth or decline in most manufacturing sectors which employed electrical and electronics engineers, average salaries for engineers with 25 to 29 years of experience and average compensation across the U.S.

The article presents the results of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) 2012 survey of financial benchmarks in the construction industry. The survey looked at economic indicators such as competition, cash management, and bonding and sureties credit availability. Particular focus is given to budgeting and cash flow policies.

The article reports on the findings of the survey released by the University of Michigan which explores household inflation expectations in the U.S. It states that the inflation reflects the excess sensitivity of consumers to the commodity prices for food and energy. It projects that the inflation will average at 4.5 percent in 2012.

The article focuses on the results of the 2007 Salary and Employment Survey of scientists in various industries in the U.S. The survey found that the average annual salary for scientists for 2007 is $79,605, an increase of $1625 from the previous year. It was also identified that 91.1 percent of the scientists included in the survey are employed full-time. The largest employer of scientists is the private industry which hired 65.4 percent.

The article discusses the periodical's survey about the spectroscopy employment market in 2024. Topics discussed include the average salary and compensation for spectroscopists, reasons for seeking new employment including higher salary and pursuing new challenge, and spectroscopists' perception of the current job market.

This paper highlights results of the survey conducted by American Libraries journal on the economic climate of public libraries throughout the U.S. in 1991. The assessments of economic health ranged from good to grim, dire and critical. Some states cited difficult times, but indicated that the condition, rather than being caused by the current recession, was chronic: South Dakota State Librarian Jane Kolbe, for example, characterized her state's current status as about the same as usual, poor. The hardest-hit region is the Northeast, where the economy has been in a slump for over a year, with no upturn in sight. New York State Librarian Joseph Shubert reported that in the face of the state's $6 million deficit, Governor Mario Cuomo has proposed 10 percent reductions in state agencies' spending and state aid to localities. Pennsylvania also faces a revenue shortfall--$731 million for the current fiscal year--forcing Governor Robert P. Casey to implement budget reduction measures, including a $2 million reduction in state aid to libraries. In New Mexico, the continuing slump in oil and gas severance taxes has reduced state government revenues, so funding for new library programs is unlikely. In South Carolina, state aid to libraries has been reduced twice during the current fiscal year. INSET: Poll tax creates crisis in British library funding.

The article reports that a survey conducted by the publication found that overall revenues for U.S. advertising agencies, media buying services, and marketing consulting firms increased by 3.7 percent in 2009. The survey also forecast a decline in that total for 2009, as more corporations reduce advertising spending due to the recession.

The article discusses the two survey results on American consumer sentiments and inflation expectations of households conducted monthly by the University of Michigan Survey Research Center and the quarterly Survey of Professional Forecasters (SPF) by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. It tells that both surveys have indicated varied data for the anticipated inflation against the actual inflation realized over the years due to varied and volatile consumer views.

This article presents the findings of the nineteenth Annual Salary Survey of the journal "Computerworld," which studied the compensation and bonuses of 14,253 information technology (IT) workers in the U.S. IT raises still lagged behind the average for all U.S. workers as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While the majority of respondents said that their 2004 base salary increased from one year ago, 31 percent experienced either no change in salary or had their pay cut. Bonuses increased 2.8 percent in 2005, compared with one percent in 2004. INSET: CHIEF SECURITY OFFICERS: BIGGER RAISES, BUT NOT ALWAYS HIGH PAY.

Presents charts depicting the 2005 Salary Survey of information technology professionals in the U.S. Wages for senior management and middle management positions; Compensation for staff and entry-level positions; Sampling of other job titles.

Discusses media measurement of consumer sentiment on the economy in the U.S. Measures of consumer sentiment; Formation of consumers' expectations about economy; Measurement of volume and tone of reporting; Link between newspaper indexes and consumer sentiment.

This article presents an outlook on advertising industry salaries in the U.S. in 1992, according to the first annual salary survey of Advertising Age. Even though employees at agencies and their clients expect 7.6% growth in salaries, to an average $58,651 in 1992, they do not seem to be cheering. The buying power of advertising industry salaries continues to flatten as the recession nears the two-year mark, and right-sizing, a new euphemism for scaling down to a lean-and-mean efficiency, is making more people spend longer hours at work and toil harder for less pay.

The article reports on a study by the Columbia University Water Center and the Veolia Water and Growing Blue which indicated that water demand in the U.S. is threatening business development and economic ventures as water consumption continues to grow and exceed supply.

The article reports that a survey conducted by the public relations agency Manning Selvage & Lee found that almost 20 percent of corporate marketing directors surveyed reported they had bought advertising in at least one mass media outlet in return for a news story. This trend is worrisome to public relations firms, because the damage done to a company's image when such events become known is considerable.

The article reports that a survey of member firms conducted by the trade group the Direct Marketing Association found that the industry suffered an overall decline in revenue in the first quarter of 2008. This was considered especially worrisome, as direct marketing has long been thought to be relatively immune to weakened economic conditions.

The article reports that a survey by the marketing research firm TNS Media Intelligence found that overall U.S. advertising spending increased by only 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2008. Analysts blamed weakening economic conditions. Spending declined in several key areas including Internet advertising. Increased spending in Spanish-language mass media were responsible for the small overall gain.

Highlights the impact of Chinese manufacturers on the trade imbalance between China and the U.S. based on the findings of the IndustryWeek/Manufacturing Performance Institute 2004 Census of Manufacturers. Percentage of the surveyed manufacturing plants that source components and materials from China; Patterns of outsourcing that stands out in the survey; Assessment of China's impact on U.S. industries.

The article is a survey on the trust in agriculture and food choice freedom high. The survey reveals that the general public has deep trust and confidence in American school teachers, veterinarians, physicians and farmers and ranchers. In contrast, the public indicates distrust for activists and well-known Hollywood actors or actresses, especially when they attack animal agriculture. "The results of the survey are very positive and don't surprise anyone who appreciate the contributions that animal agriculture makes to our quality of life. The public has consistently over the years trusted and valued American farmers .

Presents the results of a survey conducted by the National League of Cities on the financial needs and obligations of U.S. cities. Percentage of cities that met their financial needs during 2003; Factors that contributed to the negative impact of the 2003 budget.

Several bar graphs from the professional services firm Ernst and Young's 10th biannual Oil and Gas Capital Confidence Barometer survey and report depicting the percent perspective on the state of the global economy, global trends impacting oil business and the possible economic risks.

The author reflects on reshoring issues in the U.S. He mentions a survey conducted by MFG.com founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Mitch Free among his job-shop members in late April showing encouraging results for U.S. manufacturers. He talks on the 2012 annual Amerimold show and conference hosted by "Plastics Technology" sister publication "MoldMaking Technology" in Novi, Michigan on June 13-14. He adds that labor costs between the U.S. and China will converge in 2015.

The article discusses the results of the 2012 global construction industry executive survey produced by the management consulting firm KPMG International. Respondents were generally optimistic about the future of the industry, predicting growth in the energy infrastructure, residential, and transportation sectors. They also voiced concerns about continuing uncertainty in the global economy, a lack of skilled labor, and risk management.

The article reports on a survey conducted by General Electric Co. on the economic aspects of innovation. It says that 92% of the executives believe innovation is the main ingredient of a competitive national economy while 86% agreed innovation is the best way in job creation. It mentions that 88% of the respondents saw increased in venture capital and private investment. Moreover, a graph which shows the comparison of innovation environment index for 2011-2012 is presented.

The article presents the findings of a National Association of Counties (NACo) survey titled Coping with the New Normal: An Economic Status Survey of Counties, which reveals that staffing adjustments and budget cuts have touched nearly every aspect of county government services across the U.S.

Presents results of the 15th edition of the annual salary survey of trade publishing members in the U.S. conducted by "Publishers Weekly." Percentage of publishing employees who are satisfied with their jobs; Average raises in 2004; Salary increases received by industry's top executives.

The article examines a 2008 housing survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of the Census. The survey found that only 11 percent of U.S. single-family dwellings have nine rooms or more, with a 27 percent plurality having two to four rooms. Over 90 percent of all housing was constructed before the year 2000.

The article discusses a February 2009 survey report on the recycling and reuse industry in 5 states that notes persons employed and economics benefits, including wages. The survey was prepared by the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) and addresses the states of Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Pennsylvania.

The article reports on the standard of living of American people as of January 2009. The author notes that poor people in the U.S. may not be in the most desirable economic situation, but the country is the place to be for poor individuals. The 43% of poor people in the country own their home and almost half of them are single-family homes. More than 70% own a car or truck and nearly 80% have air conditioning. Additionally, more than half have one or more color televisions.

The article focuses on the 16th national entrepreneur trace survey conducted by China Entrepreneur Investigation System of the Development Research Center of the State Council issued on November 15, 2008 in China. It imparts that five factors restrain the enterprise development in China including an increase in energy and material cost, labor cost increase, capital deficiency, talent insufficiency and innovation ability scarcity. It also mentions the factors affecting China's exports.

The article discusses various reports published within the issue, including one on the positive effect of the annual Reader Salary Survey regarding economic growth and another on trends and planning in the electronics and other related industries in the U.S. and worldwide.

The article discusses the survey by the Organic Trade Association, showing the increased production of organic cotton in the U.S. in 2007. From 2006 with 5971 acres, growers planted 6786 acres of organic cotton in 2007. Price increase in organic upland cotton from 2005 to 2006 was also exposed in the survey, with the average price per pounding of 85 cents to $1.25 in 2006.

The article discusses the surveys regarding the annual salary on the information technology (IT) industry in the U.S. A survey conducted by Robert Half Technology 2008 Salary Guide shows that the average base salary for all IT roles will rise by 5.3% in 2008. In addition, the September 2007 poll by CIO.com, indicates that 58% of the executives are not concerned on the credit crunch that are affecting their budgets. Moreover, companies are recognizing that technology investments are essential in competition. Further, Computerworld's findings states that the application development skills are in greatest demand by hiring managers.

The article reports that a survey of Hyundai automobile dealers in the U.S. finds a vast majority approve of the company's television advertising campaign that debuted in the fall of 2007. The spot advertisements, created by the agency Goodby, Silverstein & Partners, do not show images of Nyundai automobiles. The dealers approved of the attempt to differentiate the Hyundai brand.

The article focuses on the finding of a survey posted at the Web site of Cable News Network (CNN) company that determines the rank of speech-language pathologists in the Top 50 Best Jobs in the U.S. It provides information on the percentage of the profession's job growth rate and explains on the description given by CNN about the job.

This article analyzes the results of the 2005 Salary Survey in the information technology sector in the U.S. If one reviews the areas of greatest increases, one can see that employers are paying more for people who know about security. They pay more for people with a greater span of technical skills. It is also indicated that salaries are dependent on people who add value to their companies to increase innovation. And salaries are dependent on employers considering areas of innovation. Salary increases across the industry are a lagging indicator of a disruptive change, and local salary increases are a lagging indicator of an organization performing well, relative to its competitors.

The article presents information on a survey that sheds light on markets for green waste compost in Great Britain. According to the June 2005 issue of the "Warmer Bulletin," a survey by Arthur D. Little, predicts that the highest growth in demand for organic matter products over the next three years will continue to be for green waste compost. Users also predict that demand for all organic matter products will increase, with the exception of peat and peat-based products. The largest market for organic matter in the landscaping sector is for use in mulching, planting and bedding.

Presents the results of the 2004 Salary Survey of the Special Libraries Association conducted in Canada and in the U.S. Mean percentage increase in salaries for 2004 as of April 1 from both respondents; Increase in the difference between male and females' salaries; Electronic publication of the complete results of the survey by September.

Focuses on a survey conducted by the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) on concerns of contractors in construction business. Information on businesses of various construction companies and backlogs of their contractors collected by CFMA to conduct the survey; Financial position of the companies according to the survey.

Reports on an economic survey which proposes that the state construction-related spending is being curtailed following revenue shortfalls for the year 2002 in the U.S. Growth in the general fund spending in the fiscal year 2002; Budget growth in 2001; Measures taken up by the state administration in order to reduce the fiscal 2002 budget gap.

This article reports on a study, conducted by advertising agency J. Walter Thompson Co. in the U.S. in 1990 and 1991, on the status of economic recession in the country. The agency hired KSR Research to survey 1,100 Americans last June 1990 and 1,000 more in January 1991, interviewed in random telephone surveys. That survey and the agency's own research suggest the recession is unlike other recent downturns in many respects. For starters, it is affecting white-collar workers most because of lay-offs at major corporations and in the financial industry.

The article presents news briefs related to the aviation industry in the U.S. The Air Transport Association's tabulation of big-airline yields completed 2005 with an eighth consecutive month of year-over-yield increases, which became more substantial as autumn began. The 2005 Airports Council International Airport Economics Survey reports a "particularly striking" reversal of fortunes. In 2004, the world's airports turned around a three-year decline in operating margins and net profits and reported strong financial results. AMB Property Corp. of San Francisco expanded its global cargo facility holdings in the fourth quarter by starting cargo facility projects comprising 2.4 million sq. ft. at nine locations and acquiring another 2.1 million sq. ft. of facility space at nine other sites. Delta Air Lines Inc. won U.S. Transportation Department authority to launch five-times-weekly nonstop round-trip service between New York and Kiev, Ukraine.

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The article reports on estimation of consumer confidence index(CCI) survey of U.S. construction industry for fiscal year 2013-2015. Topics discussed include increase in index reported in industries after 2008 recession, positive prospects of industrial executives for increase in CCI for year 2015 and role of residential markets in growth of CCI. It also states on CCI that will released by the Construction Financial Management Association, New Jersey, based on optimism on the same.

The article focuses on the significance of the research findings on "Computerworld" 2006 salary survey in retaining employees in the U.S. Numerous data proved that 47% of all IT workers who responded to the survey indicated that they are either actively or passively looking for another job, which could create a huge movement in jobs in the industry. And 29% of those job seeking respondents are searching for more obligation. Hence, retention with salary increase and work environment, is the best single recruitment strategy as the cost of replacing an employee can be as much as the employee's salary for one year.

The article focuses on issues of interest to the U.S. advertising industry as of March 2006. The income and net worth for the average family in the U.S. barely increased from 2001 to 2004, according to the U.S. Federal Reserve Board's latest Survey of Consumer Finances. An increase in the net income posted by Publicis for 2005 contributed to the value of its stocks on March 6.

As can be seen from the 'Engineering News-Record' (ENR) Top 200 International Design Firms survey, world economic uncertainties and political tensions have not seriously impacted design opportunities. However, venturing forth into the international market is no instant solution to stagnant markets at home. One interesting statistic from the ENR international survey shows that 32 of the 172 design firms on the Top 200 providing profit/loss data lost money in the international design market in 2002.

Reports on the survey conducted by Ann Arbor, Michigan-based consulting and research firm CimData Inc. and by an Arlington, Virginia based investment banking firm on design collaboration software. Type of companies covered in the survey; Annual revenues of companies that collaborate in-house or with other companies on product design; Justification for investing in collaborative design projects.

Presents the results of two polls on consumer perception as of August 1990 of a possible recession in the U.S. within the next twelve months. Percentage who said a recession within the next twelve months is very likely; Factors which make the chances of a recession more likely; Percentage who said they are following the Middle East crisis coverage very closely.

Reports on the findings of a survey on hourly rates of custom injection molding machines in the U.S. as of July 1998. Decline in the hourly rates of custom injection molding machines from January to March 1998; Fall in the capacity utilization among custom injection molders; Decrease in the optimism among custom injection molders; Regions where the decline in hourly rates was the most severe.

The article reports that the U.S. Marines are looking for a stealthy, long-endurance UAV to lake to war as part of an expetitionary unit. And they want it by the end of Fiscal 2005. With a quiet posting last week, the Marines launched a market survey of current capabilities to meet an "urgent need identified by forces supporting current combat operations" for an organic, Tier II UAV to provide "persistent surveillance" within a 27-50-naut.-mi. range. Single aircraft endurance isn't specified, but the desire is for a system that can operate 12 hr. a day for 30 days or around the clock for HI days. The Marine Corps Systems Command and Warfighting Laboratory is leading the effort.