private sector

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Software-related employment has risen about 15% from 2019, compared to 5% for the rest of the private sector, the credit-ratings provider says, citing data from the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Some economists also point to the Bee Network of buses which brought the system under control of the mayoralty, and the encouragement of private sector investment in Manchester city centre.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Self-compounding advantages in education and research led to scientific discoveries that ultimately made their way to the private sector — the internet being one notable example — while ensuring a deep pool of top talent.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 28, 2026

U.S. business activity in the private sector continued to expand in June as brighter news out of the Middle East helped restore some confidence among U.S. businesses, a monthly survey said Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

He’d carried the load admirably, inspiring people like Barack and Valerie to move out of the private sector and into community work and public service.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama