Industries
Consumer confidence on the rise
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan Consumer Confidence Index rose to its highest level in five months in early November as Americans felt better about the economic outlook.
Unemployment claims fall nationally, but rise in Wisconsin again
The stock market rose with the news that the number of Americans who filed new applications for unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level in seven months, the U.S. Labor Department reported.
Losses continue at Quad/Graphics
Quad/Graphics Inc. reported a third quarter net loss of $22.3 million, or 48 cents per share, which was an improvement over a net loss of $232.4 million, or $5.01 per share, in the same period a year ago.
Generac to add 400 jobs in Wisconsin
Waukesha-based Generac Power Systems announced that it plans to create more than 400 jobs over the next year.
Rockwell caps record fiscal year
Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation Inc. capped a record fiscal year with a strong fourth quarter.
Talent mismatch event connects employers, resources
The Granville-Brown Deer Chamber hosted the second of its six-session Next Generation Manufacturing Series on Thursday at the Wisconsin Country Club.
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WWII veterans complete Honor Flight
Brookfield-based Spring Bank was recently one of two major sponsors of Stars ad Stripes Honor Flight which helped nearly 225 WWII veterans visit the WWII memorial in Washington D.C.
Oak Creek remediation firm seeks big break
Mohsen Amiran, a scientist with an expertise in organic chemistry and the founder of Oak Creek-based Amiran Technologies LLC, says he has developed cutting-edge processes to remove contamination from polluted materials.
Odyne helps Johnson Controls move into hybrid truck market
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. is expanding its role in the automotive battery market through a partnership with Waukesha-based hybrid technology manufacturer Odyne Systems LLC.
Milwaukee solar industry still shining
A $525 million federal loan made to failed California solar panel manufacturer Solyndra has cast widespread doubt upon the solar industry, but Milwaukee solar companies are quick to distance themselves from the scandal.
