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Punching above its weight: SC’s $38B trade engine
South Carolina exports hit $38 billion in 2024, ranking No. 17 nationally, fueled by manufacturing, Charleston Port logistics and workforce growth.
Scott Woods’ lifelong journey with SC Federal
Scott Woods marks 22 years as president and CEO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, leading growth from $800 million to $2.5 billion.
North Charleston equestrian tech startup receives $200,000 investment
SC Launch Inc., an affiliate of South Carolina Research Authority, invests $200,000 in North Charleston-based Horse Spot, an equestrian software startup.
S3 Capital funds Travelers Rest apartments
S3 Capital closed a $29.75M construction loan for Liva Travelers Rest, a 152-unit multifamily project near Greenville.
Hydrite Chemical to invest $63M in Laurens County expansion
Hydrite Chemical Co. is investing $63 million in a new Laurens County facility, creating 13 jobs and expanding operations with labs, warehouses and logistics space.
Congaree Vista tops $475M in investment in downtown Columbia
Congaree Vista has secured more than $475M in investment, with mixed-use, hotel and public projects driving growth in downtown Columbia.
The Alliance mixed-use project to start on Laurens Road
Work will soon begin on The Alliance, a $38 million mixed-use development on Laurens Road bringing affordable housing and retail to Nicholtown.
South Carolina economy shows strength amid growth challenges
South Carolina’s economy remains strong entering 2026, driven by manufacturing and life sciences, though affordability, tariffs and uncertainty pose challenges.
Rural employment accounts for nearly half of 2025 $9B capital investment
Taking the ranking of the third highest year for the state, South Carolina industries in 2025 committed to a total capital investment of $9.12 billion that will lead to more […]
Charleston’s Henderson Park enters Texas with student housing acquisition
Henderson Park and Student Quarters acquired a 132-unit student housing property near Texas State University in San Marcos, marking Henderson Park’s entry into Texas.
SC Nexus expands advanced energy operations statewide
SC Nexus expands advanced energy operations statewide after federal approval, connecting research, manufacturing and workforce assets across South Carolina.
Dorothy Weaver named marketing director at SC Commerce
The South Carolina Department of Commerce appointed Dorothy Weaver as director of marketing and communications and chief spokesperson for the agency
