A new survey of business leaders in nine Midwest and Plains states suggests that manufacturing growth will help fuel the regional economy through the end of the year. read more >

An economic index compiled from a survey of business leaders in nine Midwest and Plains states rose slightly last month, the first increase since March. read more >

Conductors of a monthly survey of business leaders in nine Midwest and Plains states say the region's economy will grow in the coming months, despite a fourth month of decline in the survey's overall index. read more >

A new monthly survey suggests the economy remains strong in nine Midwest and Plains states and business will continue to improve in the months ahead. read more >

A monthly survey of business leaders suggests the economy in nine Midwest and Plains states will continue growing steadily over the next few months. read more >

A monthly economic survey index for nine Midwest and Plains states dropped last month but continues to suggest improving economic growth for the region. Includes video. read more >

A monthly economic index for nine Midwest and Plains states, including Arkansas, rose above a growth neutral level last month, pointing to slow growth for the region over the next three to six months. read more >

A monthly economic index for nine Midwest and Plains states rose again last month but still suggests an economic slump will continue over the next three to six months. read more >

A monthly economic index report suggests an economic slump over the next three to six months for nine Midwest and Plains states. The Mid-America Business Conditions index dropped to 46.5 last month from 50.4 in September. Includes video. read more >

The drought affecting Midwest and Plains states has put a further drag on the regional economy. read more >