DJX VentureSource released its Q3 2016 venture capital report, which tracks investments into companies that have received at least one round of venture funding. Just under $200 million was invested into Chicago area…
Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released August 2016 figures from its Job Openings & Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), which tracks job openings, hires, and separations (quits, layoffs and…
Chicago Sister Cities International and World Business Chicago will celebrate the annual Chicago Consular Corps Gala: A Tribute to Our Global Partners on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at the Hilton…
This downloadable spreadsheet provides current information on tax rates in Chicago, Cook County and Illinois. Data includes corporate income tax, personal income tax, and sales tax. State, county, city taxes revised Oct…
Today, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago released August 2016 figures for its Midwest Economy Index (MEI). The MEI is a weighted average of 129 indicators designed to measure non-farm…
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan recently visited Chicago to meet with Mayor Emanuel and strengthen trade and investment links between Chicago and London. The visit was Mayor Khan’s first visit…
World’s largest consumer battery manufacturer brings executive office, while iconic sports brand brings global headquarters
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This morning, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released preliminary August 2016 unemployment rates for all Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs). The unemployment rate measures the percentage of the local…
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) released preliminary August 2016 labor market estimates for municipalities across the state based on the current population survey (or “household survey”). The following brief…