Signs of a turnaround? Latest CoGFA report highlights positive economic indicators

Every month, the Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability puts out a report on the state’s budget and economy.

In July’s edition, the commission’s numbers continue to show a stronger economy than in 2013. Key economic indicators including new car and truck registrations, single-family housing permits, exports and the Chicago Purchasing Index are all up over last year. At the same time, unemployment is down.

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