Midwest economy strong but trade worries linger

National News

October 2, 2018 - 10:42 AM

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The economy remains strong in nine Midwest and Plains states, but business leaders are concerned about the ongoing trade disputes, according to a new monthly survey released Monday.
The overall economic index for the region slipped to 57.5 in September from August’s 61.1, but it remained in positive territory.
Creighton University economist Ernie Goss, who oversees the survey, said he expects business will slow but continue growing in the next few months because of the trade concerns and rising interest rates.
“I expect expanding tariffs, trade…

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