private sector

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R&D spending from defense research has spillovers into the private sector in the form of technological innovation, contributing to much needed higher productivity.

From MarketWatch

He warned that public services need to "catch up" with those offered by the private sector, such as online banking.

From BBC

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a loss of 86,000 private sector jobs in February.

From Barron's

Given the pain being experienced by the Cuban people, some limited steps have been authorised by the government to allow the country's private sector to import the fuel they need to run their businesses.

From BBC

In 2025, private sector businesses faced a 6.4% increase in their costs paying for workers’ health benefits, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

From MarketWatch