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Economy in Midwest Still Expanding but Survey Suggests Slowdown

Tariffs and flooding have slowed economic growth in nine Midwest and Plains states, according to a report on a survey of business supply managers. The Mid-America Business Conditions Index dropped to 54.3 in May from 55.9 in April. The figure …

Midwest, Plains Likely to See Economic Growth: Report

Economic growth lies ahead for nine Midwestern and Plains states despite pullbacks in the energy sector, according to a monthly report released on March 2. The overall Mid-America Business Conditions Index climbed to 57.0 in February from 54.8 in January, …

Manufacturing Growth to Aid Midwest Economy

A new survey of business leaders in nine Midwest and Plains states suggests that manufacturing growth will help fuel the regional economy through the end of the year, according to a report released on Oct. 1. The overall Mid-America Business …

Survey Shows Growth in Midwest Economy

A monthly economic survey index for nine Midwest and Plains states jumped last month, suggesting improving economic growth for the region over the next three to six months. The Mid-America Business Conditions index hit 58.2 in March, compared with 53.1 …