Finance & Economy
Markets, jobs, and growth from Charleston to Greenville
Agriculture Exports Climb for South Carolina Peach Growers
Growers near Beaufort say demand from new export markets has softened last year's weather losses.
Manufacturing Jobs Grow as Suppliers Expand Near Charleston
New supplier contracts are drawing additional investment to the Charleston industrial corridor.
State Budget Adds Funding for Rural Broadband
Lawmakers say the investment will bring high-speed internet to unserved pockets near Greenville.
Tourism Spending Sets New Record Along the Grand Strand
Visitor spending in North Charleston topped last year's total, according to the state tourism office.
Small Business Lending Rises Across the Upstate
Community banks in Rock Hill report a jump in loan applications from first-time business owners.
South Carolina Unemployment Holds Near Record Low
State labor officials point to continued hiring in manufacturing and logistics around Mount Pleasant.
North Charleston Home Prices Cool After Two-Year Run-Up
Real estate agents in North Charleston say inventory is finally catching up with buyer demand.
Port of Charleston Reports Record Cargo Volume
The South Carolina Ports Authority says container traffic climbed again this quarter, driven by manufacturing exports.