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Quad Cities Chamber Blog
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Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
October 1, 2025
Inflation ticked up again last month as the prices of goods such as certain food items and clothing rose significantly. This week we look at which prices are rising and falling and how prices in the Midwest are moving compared to the rest of the country.
The government shutdown and how it affects businesses
October 1, 2025
This morning, the Federal government entered a shutdown, meaning that non-essential services will cease operations until a funding deal has been agreed to by Congress and signed by President Trump. It is currently unknown how long this impasse will last.
Memberships matter: What members are saying about the Chamber
October 1, 2025
At the Quad Cities Chamber, small businesses aren’t just members — they’re the heartbeat of our community. From creating jobs to building character in the QC, local entrepreneurs shape the places we live, work and shop. We asked several Chamber members why their membership matters and what they love most about the Chamber.
Arconic celebrates $57.5M project
September 26, 2025
Expansion project at Arconic's Davenport Works plant will boost High Purity Aluminum (HPA) capacity for aerospace and defense applications, with funding support from the U.S. Department of War.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
September 23, 2025
Last week, the Federal Reserve lowered their policy interest rate for the first time this year, noting the risk of weakness in the labor market. What does it mean for inflation expectations? We look at the implications this week.
Chamber heads to D.C. for advocacy fly-ins
September 17, 2025
This week, the Chamber joined the Illinois Manufacturers Association (IMA) and Business for Federal Research Funding for two different fly-ins to Washington D.C.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
September 16, 2025
The total number of jobs is an important indicator, but it usually lags other measures of economic activity. This week, we look at data on job openings, which reflects business expectations for future activity. How do current job openings in the Quad Cities compare with the recent past, and what does that mean for the local economy?
Grow QC travels to Japan with State of Illinois for Conference
September 12, 2025
Peter Tokar III, President & CEO of Grow Quad Cities attended the Midwest U.S. - Japan Association's 55th Conference in Tokyo.
What’s behind the Executive Order on Tariff Policy? What you need to know
September 10, 2025
On September 5, President Trump signed a sweeping Executive Order that reconfigures the U.S. tariff regime—marking a pivotal shift in trade and national-economic strategy.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
September 9, 2025
Two reports on the U.S. job market made headlines this week for showing that job growth is definitely slowing down. Locally, job numbers are stable as we move into a seasonally slower time of the year. This week we look at where the job numbers are showing growth and decline both regionally and nationally.
New Rail Committee created to push for passage of the Chicago-to-Moline Passenger Rail project
September 9, 2025
Community leaders from across the Quad Cities today announced the formation of a new Rock Island County Passenger Rail Committee that will focus its energy on advocating for passage of the Chicago-to-Moline Passenger Rail project.
Chamber welcomes 8 new members in August
September 4, 2025
The Chamber extends a warm welcome to the 8 businesses that became members in August. Thank you for your unique contributions and investment in our region's success - you are making an impact. We…
QC Chamber joins U.S. Chamber in supporting Permitting Reform
September 3, 2025
The Quad Cities Chamber recently signed a U.S. Chamber of Commerce coalition letter supporting permitting reform and encouraging Congress to take necessary steps to unlock investment across the United States.
Grow Quad Cities connects employers & educators for new workforce training program
September 3, 2025
A strong show of interest from local employers has jump-started efforts to launch a Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Chapter in the Quad Cities. It will be the first chapter in Iowa.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
September 2, 2025
Tariff revenue is up, but consumer prices are not (yet). This week, we look at what this means for the government's budget and what it could signal for the future of manufacturing in the region.
Iowa Chamber Alliance retreat sets stage for Chamber’s Iowa legislative priorities
September 2, 2025
Goal setting and policy priorities were the emphasis at this year’s Iowa Chamber Alliance’s (ICA) Annual Retreat held in Iowa City. The retreat is an annual event that allows the Alliance — a coalition of 16 of the largest Chambers across Iowa — to come together to collaborate and elevate local priorities.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
August 26, 2025
Median home sale price increases in the Quad Cities outpaced the national average over the last year. This week, we look at key statistics in the housing market for both the Quad Cities and the nation. How has uncertainty about interest rates and inflation affected the market?
New Era for Small & Minority Businesses
August 20, 2025
Small and minority-owned businesses have always been at the heart of the Quad Cities economy — and now the QC Chamber is bringing fresh energy and intention into helping them grow and succeed.
Congresswoman Miller-Meeks visits Davenport’s Oertel Metal Works
August 19, 2025
Mariannette Miller-Meeks, U.S. Congresswoman from Iowa, visited Oertel Metal Works (a McCarthy-Bush Company), Davenport, this week. During the visit, leadership from the company joined the Congresswoman for a tour, highlighting the innovative work and investment by the company in recent years, and to discuss the positive impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) passed earlier this year.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
August 19, 2025
Two measures of inflation pointed in different directions last week, increasing uncertainty over the prospect of interest rate cuts. This week, we look at exactly where the price pressure is being felt the most and what it could mean.
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