New report reveals York County’s economic health
A new report reveals a mixed review of York County’s economic health.
Where Pa. ranks among states to start a business
Pennsylvania ranks among the most expensive states to start a business.
Keystone Research Center analyzes good news on inflation
The U.S. inflation rate dropped to 2.5% in August, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Harrisburg research center praises decline in inflation, urges support for working families
Stephen Herzenberg, economist and executive director of the Harrisburg-based Keystone Research Center praised the continued decline in inflation.
Pa. economy continues steady growth, record-low unemployment
The job market in April is the strongest in six decades, according to a study conducted by the Keystone Research Center.
New study reveals Pa.’s national ranking among states to work in
A new study lists where Pennsylvania ranks in the U.S. in states to work in.
Transparency, cost containment sought in Medicare-based pricing technique
Through reference-based pricing, employers set prices for a self-funded insurance plan using Medicare prices as a benchmarking tool. Employers agree to pay providers a certain percentage on top of the average Medicare rate — usually in the range of 125%-200%. For many employers, this means leaving behind their carrier and networks.






