Tag: Gastonia NC
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Jobs Bring People, People Need Housing: Reading SMBC’s Charlotte Move
SMBC Group is establishing its second U.S. headquarters in Charlotte, adding 2,000 jobs over six years at an average salary near $165,000. For real estate investors, the more useful read is what 2,000 new high-wage households mean for housing and neighborhood retail across the metro. We trace the announcement, why Charlotte won it, and where…
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Walmart’s New Fulfillment Center Strengthens the Charlotte–Gaston Growth Corridor
Walmart’s decision to invest $300 million in a state-of-the-art, 1.2 million-square-foot fulfillment center in Kings Mountain, Gaston County marks another milestone for North Carolina’s thriving economy. The project will create 300 new jobs and inject more than $20 million in annual payroll into the region once operations begin in 2027. For the Charlotte metropolitan area—and…
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Charlotte and Raleigh Rank in America’s Top 5 for Job Growth
NewHomeSource highlighted the top U.S. cities for job growth in 2025, with Charlotte and Raleigh both landing in the top five nationwide. That recognition isn’t just a headline—it reflects real economic momentum in North Carolina’s largest metros, backed up by Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data. According to the BLS Current Employment Statistics, both metros…
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Citigroup’s $16M Investment in Charlotte Brings High-Paying Jobs—and Opportunity for Real Estate Investors
Citigroup has announced a major expansion in North Carolina, selecting Charlotte as the site for a new office facility that will create 510 high-paying jobs. Backed by a $16.1 million investment, the project will support roles in personal banking, finance, and marketing, with an average salary of $131,832—nearly double the metro average. The announcement, made…