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    Chicago Business Barometer Shows Weakness Across the Board

    Written by Sandy Williams


    The Chicago Business Barometer recorded a second month in contraction, falling to 44.4 in July from 49.7 in June and the weakest third-quarter start since 2009.

    Production was at a 10-year low, falling 22 percent on the month. Further contraction of new orders indicated subdued demand resulting in trimming of workforce. The employment indicator was at its lowest level since October 2009.

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