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jonathan.sweetOctober 17, 2016
Boat sales growth slows again in September
While boat sales are still up over the last 12 months, the rate of growth slowed for the third month…
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Economic Snapshot: Another month of employment stagnation
The unemployment rate has barely moved since August 2015 and the number of job openings dropped after the last business day in…
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jonathan.sweetOctober 11, 2016
Q&A with MDCE keynote speaker Josh Linkner
At this year’s Marine Dealer Conference & Expo, Josh Linkner of Detroit Venture Partners will be delivering the opening keynote.…
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jonathan.sweetOctober 10, 2016
Weekly 5: Man tries to steal 80-foot Hatteras, sinks it instead (Video)
The BI Weekly 5 is a collection of tips, news and data affecting the boating industry this week. Be sure…
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Economic Snapshot: Private sector employment adds 154,000 jobs
Private sector employment increased by 154,000 jobs from August to September, according to the ADP Employment Report. This is down…
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jonathan.sweetOctober 6, 2016
Kawasaki introduces stand-up Jet Ski SX-R for 2017
Kawasaki is introducing a four-stroke stand-up personal watercraft, the Jet Ski SX-R for 2017. Equipped with Kawasaki’s 1498cc four-stroke marine…
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jonathan.sweetOctober 5, 2016
New product highlights from IBEX 2016
From audio to engines to accessories, dozens of new products made their debut at the 2016 IBEX show in Tampa.…
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Kelsey LarsonOctober 4, 2016
Women Making Waves
Women Making Waves is Boating Industry’s effort to recognize the numerous women in the boating industry who have made large…
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jonathan.sweetSeptember 30, 2016
Q&A with Joe Curran, COO, Iconic Marine Group
Earlier this year, the Iconic Marine Group announced plans to restructure several boat brands, including Baja Marine, Donzi, Donzi Classic,…
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Economic Snapshot: Consumer confidence at its highest since recession
In addition to the increase in consumer confidence, real GDP increased 1.4 percent in the second quarter of 2016, and…
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