Reports
New York’s Balance of Payments in the Federal Budget - Federal Fiscal Year 2021, April 2023
The surge in federal spending in response to the COVID-19 pandemic significantly improved New York’s per capita ranking in the federal balance of payments from 49th in 2019 to 30th in Federal Fiscal Year 2021. For every dollar New York sent to the federal government in tax receipts, it received $1.51 back in federal spending, as compared to a national average of $1.70. This report is the seventh in a series by the Office of the State Comptroller that examines the flow of funds between the federal government and the states.
Controlling Risk Without Gimmicks: New York’s Infrastructure Crisis and Public-Private Partnerships, January 2011
As New York State grapples with cost-effective solutions for its estimated $250 billion in infrastructure needs over the next 20 years, this report examines both the opportunities that public-private partnerships offer as well as the underlying financial risks associated with forming those partnerships.
Private Financing of Public Infrastructure: Risks and Options for New York State, June 2013
The Office of the State Comptroller recommends that, before State agencies are authorized to use P3 financing, policy makers should first develop a better understanding of the potential costs and benefits of this approach. This report identifies a number of the risks associated with privately financed infrastructure agreements and suggests ways to reduce such risks.
Performance of Industrial Development Agencies in New York State – 2023 Annual Report
This report summarizes data for fiscal year 2021, the most recent data reported by IDAs through the Public Authorities Reporting Information System. The report also contains a brief discussion of local development corporations, a related type of local authority. For IDA-level summary data, see our Interactive Map.
New York’s Balance of Payments in the Federal Budget: Fiscal Year 2021 - Interactive Map
Employment Recovery Is Slow for New Yorkers with Disabilities, April 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic led to soaring unemployment rates for people with disabilities, and these rates have not declined as quickly in New York as they have nationally. This report highlights the continued need for solutions that facilitate increased employment for people with disabilities in New York.
2022 Wall Street Bonuses
Wall Street’s 2022 average bonus paid to securities employees dropped to $176,700, a 26% decline from the previous year’s $240,400. Rising interest rates and fear of a recession led to significantly less profits on Wall Street after a record year in 2021.