Jon Talton
Jon Talton comments on economic trends and turning points, putting them into context with people, place and the environment in the Pacific Northwest. His column runs every Sunday. He also makes posts in his blog. Jon Talton comments on economic trends and turning points, putting them into context with people, place and the environment in the Pacific Northwest. His column runs every Sunday. Hear Jon on KUOW's Weekday every 3rd Wednesday at 10:40 a.m.
John Lok / The Seattle Times
ALASKA AIR GROUP: Last year’s winner, the parent company of Alaska and Horizon airlines, posted stronger numbers for return on invested capital, market capitalization, sales and profit for 2012 yet slipped to No. 12 this year, proving how difficult it is to repeat as a winner.
Small caps lead the charge in unlikely bull market | Jon Talton
One lesson from the 2012 Best of the Northwest rankings is the enduring power of smaller, nimble companies.
IPOs trickle through pipeline, attest to region’s strength | Jon Talton
On the whole the self-interest of entrepreneurs and investors to take a company public also serves the public interest.
Seattle earns good marks on recovery report card | Jon Talton
Start of summer finds Seattle in a relatively strong place four years after recession officially ended in June 2009.
The story behind the new and improved GDP number | Jon Talton
Difference of opinion about if revised GDP calculation better reflects the 21st-century economy or another example of creative accounting.
Stewardship is under pressure as Jewell takes over Interior | Jon Talton
Former REI chief Sally Jewell steps into a vast federal enterprise where the tension between economic use, protection and recreation is fierce.
Microsoft's solid earnings shield company | Jon Talton
Microsoft may never be cool or dominant again, but it stands a decent chance of finding the keys to being a newly powerful and profitable force in the emerging technology landscape.
Docks buzzing with Vigor Industrial evolution | Jon Talton
Vigor Industrial CEO Frank Foti bullish on future of shipbuilding in Northwest.
Don’t be smug about region’s economic outlook | Jon Talton
Seattle's been feeling pretty good about itself lately, and not without cause. But here are 10 reasons why the Puget Sound region and Washington state can't afford to be smug.