Over the past two centuries, Colorado’s economy evolved from one driven primarily by natural resources, notably tourism, mining and agriculture, to a more diverse portfolio powered by, among other things, innovation in aerospace, defense and information technology.
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Some experts believe this slowdown is temporary. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce agrees. According to its quarterly reports, the number of online job listings posted by employers in the state is in line with national trends.
“That suggests the state’s recent drop in GDP and employment growth rankings may not reflect a disproportionate slowdown in hiring compared to other states,” said Cynthia Eveleth-Havens, the chamber’s chief strategy officer.
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