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Thursday, April 30th, 2020
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Steel production now down 8.3% for the year as COVID-19 roils struggling steel industry

Steel production is now down 8.3% for the year as COVID-19 roils struggling steel industry. Read more





NWI Business Briefing

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Small businesses move to head of loan application line, SBA says

The smallest companies seeking relief loans were moving to the head of the line Wednesday as the SBA said that for eight hours it would accept loans only from small lenders. Read more

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ArcelorMittal tells state it's laid off more than 940 workers because of pandemic

The steelmaker, one of the Region's largest employers, has sent multiple WARN notices to the state as it has cut its workforce in response to a steep drop in demand. Read more

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Horseshoe, VU contractor warn of thousands of temporary job losses

Horseshoe Hammond Casino and Parkhurst Dining Services, the food service contractor at Valparaiso University, warned the state government of more than 2,000 furloughs. Read more

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Takeaways from a trend toward natural flood controls

Some communities in the heartland are taking a more natural approach to preventing the kinds of floods that have devastated the region in recent years. Read more

National Business Briefing

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How to Ask Your Bank or Lender for Help

Many banks, credit card issuers and other lenders have promised to help those impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. They’re offering to defer or reduce payments and to waive interest charges… Read more

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Need Money Because of COVID-19? Here's Why an Early 401(k) Withdrawal May Be Better Than a Loan.

It may seem counterintuitive, but right now, removing funds from your retirement plan outright may be a more ideal solution than taking out a retirement plan loan. Read more

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The Big Reason You May Not Get a Stimulus Check

Hint: It's not because you make too much money. Read more

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Is Now a Good Time to Buy Stocks?

Or is it better to wait for the market to bottom out? Read more

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5 States With the Smallest Average Stimulus Checks

Qualifying families in these states should expect an average Economic Impact Payment of around $1,900. Read more

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Drug proves effective against virus as economic damage rises

Scientists on Wednesday announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus — an experimental drug that can speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients — in a major medical advance that came as the economic gloom caused by the scourge deepened in the U.S. and Europe. Read more

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