Last week, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago released November 2014 figures for its Midwest Economy Index (MEI). The MEI is a weighted average of 129 indicators designed to measure non-farm…
This downloadable spreadsheet outlines the Chicago metro region’s GRP by industry sector. GRP data is currently available for 2012 and 2013. Chicago GRP (2013)
Last week, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) released preliminary November 2014 unemployment rates for municipalities across the state. The city of Chicago posted a preliminary rate of 6.8%,…
CHICAGO, December 19, 2014 – Chicago served as the backdrop for the 25th U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade (JCCT) concluding today, providing a unique opportunity for the city…
In its first nine months, CASE has built ties between the city’s largest “anchor” institutions and its neighborhood-based businesses. The program, which was launched as part of Chicago Mayor Rahm…
World Business Chicago tracks indicators from month to month to gauge the strength of several aspects of Chicago’s economy, including employment in major sectors, residential and office real estate data,…
CHICAGO, December 3, 2014 – Chicago Sister Cities International and World Business Chicago hosted the annual Chicago Consular Corps Gala: A Tribute to Our Global Partners on the evening of…
The downloadable spreadsheet contains data pertaining to degrees and enrollment in colleges and universities in the Chicago region. Data are updated as new information becomes available. Chicago Colleges & Universities – Enrollment, Degrees…
Byron Spruell was appointed to WBC’s board of directors in March 2014. In this executive spotlight, Spruell discusses working and living in Chicago.
Chicago is one of a few global cities working to change the image of the manufacturing industry.