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Chicago Fed president on what the new jobs report says about the economy
The new jobs report shows the pace of hiring slowed slightly in January with the economy adding 143,000 jobs. The report also ...
Chicago small businesses fear President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could hurt bottom line
Some businesses in Chicago have expressed concerns over President Donald Trump’s proposed plan to tax imported goods from ...
Illinois braces for impact of new and potential tariffs: ‘Who will feel the consequences? Everyday Americans.’
Illinois bought about $44 billion in imports from China, including about $27 billion in computer and electronic products.
Marketplace2d
A look at the economic impact of the 2017 tax cuts
When Trump slashed corporate taxes from 35% to 21% in 2017, corporate spending rose but not enough to make up for government ...
WBEZ3d
Trump’s impending tariffs on Chinese goods create uncertainty, higher costs for Chicago businesses
The 10% tax on Chinese imports has Chicago businesses bracing for higher costs and other rippling effects on their operations ...
Our Chicago: President Trump's Proposed Tariffs & Possible Impacts
President Trump didn't take action on day one to impose tariffs, but they could possibly come as soon as February 1st.
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What effect will Trump’s tariffs have on the U.S. economy?
In a survey conducted in December and early January, many said they expected Trump to impose tariffs of up to 50 percent on U ...
Gary’s Airport Set to Resume Commercial Flights — Here’s What We Know
Gary/Chicago International Airport is making strides toward bringing back commercial passenger flights. Since 2020, the ...