Economy
Discover key economic trends shaping the future of Milwaukee and surrounding areas.
Viewpoints: The biggest local business stories of 2024
There was no shortage of business news in southeastern Wisconsin during 2024 including major events, significant expansions, big projects and a national television show filmed here.
Wisconsin’s strongest population growth this decade still ranks near the bottom
Wisconsin’s population increased by 30,570 in 2024, an increase of 0.52% that was primarily driven by new residents from...
More Wisconsin bank CEOs expect improving economy in 2025
A growing number of Wisconsin bank chief executive officers expect the economy to grow in the next six months...
Viewpoints: As 2025 draws near, Wisconsin will learn how ‘Trump 2’ tariffs touch economy
The open question is how Trump’s rhetoric translates from international bargaining chips to actual law once he takes office.
Economic Trends event will help attendees capitalize on disruption
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, he’s promising to shake things up. His administration is planning major policy changes for trade, energy, immigration, spending, regulation and more.
Jockey named Kenosha County Business of the Year
Jockey International Inc., one of the leading U.S. brands for underwear, sleepwear and apparel, has been named the Business...
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Spirit Airlines’ ‘restructuring,’ bankruptcy announcement will not yet affect Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
Florida-based Spirit Airlines’ Monday decision to declare bankruptcy will not yet affect Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, according to Harold...
Report: Wisconsin ranked among the 10 worst states to start a business
Wisconsin is among the 10 worst states in the nation to start a business, according to the annual Best...
WEC Energy Group plans another $2.1 billion in renewables by 2029, hints at more data centers
WEC Energy Group, the parent company of We Energies, plans to make $28 billion in capital investments from 2025...
MMAC outlook survey shows signs of economic weakness, 2025 optimism
Less than half of businesses surveyed by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce expect to see a year-over-year increase...
