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How tariffs may impact Iowa’s economy: UI economist explains trade risks

The national discussion of tariffs has raised several complex questions about the process of international trade negotiations. In basic terms, a tariff is a tax on the import of a good from another country, and is usually paid by the…

Pearson acquires digital credentialing leader Credly

Pearson has announced it has acquired Credly, the market leader in digital workforce credentialing. The…

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MidWestOne income, earnings drop slightly in fourth quarter, but full year income sets record

MidWestOne Financial Group, headquartered in Iowa City, reported a drop in net income and diluted…

MidWestOne's location in downtown Iowa City.

West Bancorporation announces record net income

Last year was a record-setting year for West Bancorporation. The Des Moines-based bank holding company,…

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Local professors address supply chain’s ‘perfect storm’

Depending on your perspective, the phrase “supply chain” is among the global economy’s most pressing…

New general manager takes helm of DoubleTree, convention center

The new general manager of the DoubleTree Hotel, Convention Complex and Alliant Energy PowerHouse is…

Deetz startup expects $10 million in revenue for small businesses this year

It’s easier than ever for people to order from fast-food giants and chain restaurants. Still,…

Pandemic pet boom

Like most business owners, those in the pet industry didn’t know what to expect in…

St. Luke’s offers new solution for joint replacement surgery

UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s Hospital is now offering an innovative solution for joint replacement surgery.  Mako…

Johnson Co. recipient of bicycle friendly award

Johnson County Downtown Campus has been recognized by The League of American Bicyclists with a…

Millions in funding awarded to Dyersville water quality project at Field of Dreams site

As part of Iowa’s Water Infrastructure Fund (WIF), Gov. Kim Reynolds announced $38 million Friday…

Conference Board: Higher inflation to persist into 2023

Inflation has skyrocketed over the past year, hitting 7% by the end of 2021, and…

FedEx manager addresses CR Metro Economic Alliance meeting

At the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance’s 2021 annual meeting held today at the DoubleTree…

International Paper reports strong sales, but earnings fall short of estimates

International Paper reported net sales for the fourth quarter of 2021 Thursday that topped analysts’…

International Paper Cedar River Mill

CRANDIC no longer involved with potential commuter rail plan

Plans for a commuter rail route stretching 9.1 miles from Iowa City to North Liberty…

Kimberly Hunter named interim CEO of UI Hospitals & Clinics

Kimberly Hunter has been named interim CEO of UI Hospitals & Clinics starting March 1,…