Chicago Business Activity Rises for First Time in Two YearsPost author:Empeiros CapitalPost published:January 30, 2026Post category:Uncategorized Business activity in the Chicago area rose to 54.0 in January, driven by increases in employment, new orders and production. 2026-01-30 15:16:00 Don Nico Forbes You Might Also Like Trump bailout for trade-hit US farmers expected this weekOctober 6, 2025 Iraq to sign LNG supply agreement with Excelerate EnergyOctober 20, 2025 Oil prices dip after 1% rise; higher US crude stocks, Russia sanctions in focusNovember 19, 2025