Wintrust Business Lunch
1,727 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsThe Wintrust Business Lunch with John Williams from WGN Radio 720
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Wintrust Business Minute: Fitch Ratings upgrades Chicago’s credit rating
October 19, 2023 17:33Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s credit rating has been upgraded by Fitch Ratings. Fitch boosted the rating one notch to BBB+ from BBB with a stable outlook, citing the city’s improving economy and declining long-term debt burden. The upgrade comes about a year after Chicago […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/18/23 – Terry Savage: What you should know about Medicare Advantage plans
October 18, 2023 21:49Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about mortgage interest rates hitting a new high, the numbers on T-bills and I-bonds, and to answer your financial questions. Also joining Terry and John is Diane Archer, founder and president of Just Care USA, and senior advisor on Medicare, Social Security Works, who tells […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Chicago ranks high in home affordability
October 18, 2023 17:15Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago ranks high in home affordability, according to a new report. Online real estate marketplace Redfin ranked cities based on how much income a buyer needs to afford a median-priced home. Chicago has the second-lowest income needed among the 10 largest […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/17/23: Retail sales, upward feedback, Anderson’s Candy Shop
October 17, 2023 21:36Segment 1: Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer, Cresset Capital, talks to John about equities rallying, the hot retail sales data, what’s driving spending, and how this will impact the Fed’s decision on interest rates. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, talks to John about the trend of more employees being asked to give feedback to/about their own bosses. […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Walgreens pharmacy staffers plan another nationwide walkout
October 17, 2023 18:35Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Pharmacy staff at Walgreens across the country are planning another nationwide walkout. A walkout is scheduled for October 30th and November 1st. Staff at some Walgreens locations in Washington, Arizona, Oregon and Massachusetts walked off the job last week. The employees […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/16/23: Stock momentum, financial stress, Lost Chicagoland Department Stores
October 16, 2023 19:57Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about how Wall Street has been responding to inflation data, the housing market stalling due to higher interest rates, why an economist for Fannie Mae predicts a mild recession, how student loan payments will impact the economy, and the concern over rising credit […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Illinois to receive $1 billion in federal funding for hydrogen development
October 13, 2023 19:42Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Illinois is among several states chosen to receive nearly $1 billion in federal funding to develop hydrogen as a clean energy source. The Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen, also known as MachH2, includes Illinois, Michigan and Indiana. It’s one of seven […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/13/23: Sticky inflation, Open Enrollment, Chicago Theater Season
October 13, 2023 19:38Segment 1: John Bever, Financial Advisor, Phase 3 Advisory Services, joins John to talk about how the market has been performing recently and year-to-date, the latest on the Kroger / Albertsons merger, people still feeling the impact of inflation, the Fed finally normalizing interest rates, how the Israel-Hamas war is impacting the economy, and if he believes […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Kankakee County suburb selected as site for electric vehicle battery plant
October 12, 2023 20:56Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A Chinese company has signed real estate purchase agreements covering land and factories needed for an electric vehicle battery assembly plant in the south suburbs. Gotion High Tech made the disclosure in a statement posted on the stock exchange in China. […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/12/23: Inflation fight, holiday shopping outlook, Avli
October 12, 2023 20:11Segment 1: Tobias Burns, Economics Reporter, The Hill, tells John what we should takeaway from today’s CPI data, if the data means we are likely to see another pause in rate hikes, how the House Speaker race is impacting the economy, and what we can expect from the markets in the coming weeks. Segment 2: Bree […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Walgreens names Tim Wentworth as its new CEO
October 11, 2023 22:12Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Deerfield-based Walgreens has named veteran healthcare executive Tim Wentworth as its new CEO. Wentworth is coming out of retirement to lead Walgreens as it transitions from healthcare retailer to health services provider. Wentworth was the CEO of Express Scripts, the nation’s […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/11/23 – Terry Savage: Will rates rise again in November?
October 11, 2023 21:50Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about how the PPI came in unexpectedly strong, what we can expect from tomorrow’s CPI data being released, how the data will impact interest rates, and what you should know about Medicare Open Enrollment. And as always, Terry answers all of your financial questions.
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/10/23: Inflation watch, mortgage rate concern, Chicago Media Project
October 10, 2023 20:02Segment 1: Max Rinn, Senior Planning Advisor, Goldstone Financial Group, tells John why all eyes are on the CPI data being released later this week, how rising prices are impacting people on a fixed income, the likelihood we see a recession, the importance of having a diverse portfolio in these economic times. Segment 2: Steve […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Loss of Illinois residents largely offset by incoming immigrants
October 10, 2023 17:25Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A new analysis of migration patterns shows a loss of Illinois residents has been largely offset by incoming immigrants. The figures, from the U.S. Census Bureau and Illinois Department of Revenue, show the state is becoming less rural, more educated, more […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/9/23: Home Purchase Sentiment, AI startups, Pickle Haüs
October 09, 2023 19:37Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about the Powerball jackpot, cyber crimes hitting the retirement accounts of the elderly, and Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index decreasing in September. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, National Editor, American Inno, talks to John about and AI startup in Chicago raising $35M, Chicago’s Emerging Fund […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/6/23: Stunning jobs report, Urban Advocates, Doughnate Pizza
October 06, 2023 20:10Segment 1: Mark Hamrick, Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Economic Analyst for Bankrate.com, joins John to break down today’s stunning jobs report, what this report means for interest rates, if he believes a recession is imminent, and the uncertainty about a government shutdown and how that might impact the economy. Segment 2: Latricia Gordon, Executive Director, Urban Advocates, talks […]
Wintrust Business Minute: The Emerging Fund raises money for Chicago restaurant industry startups
October 06, 2023 18:17Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. There’s a new venture capital fund in Chicago raising money for restaurant industry startups. The Emerging Fund was launched earlier this year to raise $100 million for investments in restaurant tech and restaurant and entertainment concepts. It’s raised $52 million already. […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/5/23: Sam Bankman-Fried trial, UAW strike negotiations, Ballyhoo Hospitality
October 05, 2023 19:50Segment 1: Jennifer Streaks, Senior Personal Finance Reporter, Business Insider, joins John to talk about 4 financial moves to do before the end of the year, and why you need to think about ‘phantom costs‘ when purchasing a home. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to discuss a variety of stories including Google unveiling new Pixel […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Voodoo Doughnut is coming to Chicago
October 05, 2023 17:32Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A popular doughnut shop has plans to open in Chicago. Voodoo Doughnut started in Portland 20 years ago and has developed a loyal national following. Crain’s reports the Chicago location is planned for 945 W. Randolph in Fulton Market. It’ll be […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/4/23 – Terry Savage: Pay down your credit card debt
October 04, 2023 21:32Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about rising credit card debt, what is going on with the stock market, the latest jobs data that is fueling inflation fears, and the importance of preparing yourself for a possible recession. And as always, Terry answers all of your financial questions.
Wintrust Business Minute: Macy’s to open 30 new small-format stores
October 04, 2023 17:44Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Macy’s says it will open 30 new small-format stores after testing the concept in markets like Chicago. The retailer has a Market by Macy’s in Evergreen Park that opened last year. It also has smaller stores in Dallas, Atlanta and St. […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/3/23: Market fear, 401(k) planning, PXG golf clubs and apparel
October 03, 2023 19:54Segment 1: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, talks to John about why fear is dominating the market, his belief that inflation will continue to fall, and where you can find value in the stock market. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, talks to John about the importance of business leaders being […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Ford has laid off 250 Chicago Heights workers due to UAW strike
October 03, 2023 17:27Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Ford has laid off nearly 250 workers at its Chicago Heights stamping plant because of the ongoing United Auto Workers strike. The facility provides parts to the Ford Assembly Plant, where 6,000 workers joined the national strike last week. Ford also […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 10/2/23: Economic slowdown, high mortgage interest rates, Lettuce Consulting
October 02, 2023 19:49Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about new research that shows employees are really unhappy, why the economy is slowing down, and mortgage interest rates reaching a 23-year high. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, National Editor, American Inno, talks to John about how Uber Freight is integrating AI into its business, […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/29/23: Rising debt, 4 Star Restaurant Group, Seniors Helping Seniors
September 29, 2023 19:42Segment 1: Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, joins John Williams to talk about why the market has been having a bad month, if he believes there are buying opportunities in the market right now, debt continuing to rise, the likelihood we will see inflation coming back, ongoing recession fears, and how we need to […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Is Argo Tea making a comeback in Chicago?
September 29, 2023 17:42Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Argo Tea may be about to make a comeback in Chicago. Crain’s reports the assets of Argo have been acquired by Chicago-based Planting Hope in a deal that closed last month. The company picked up the licenses for Argo’s eight remaining […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/28/23: Market recovery, Pollyanna Brewing Company, Dom’s Kitchen and Market
September 28, 2023 19:55Segment 1: Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Trading Academy, talks to John about why the market has been down this month, how the government shutdown is impacting the market, and the latest on the UAW strike. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about what META announced at their latest developer conference, the Biden administration […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/27/23 – Terry Savage: Warning signs for a recession
September 27, 2023 19:45Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about what we should know about an impending recession, the scariest thing on the inflation docket, how the UAW strike and a looming government shutdown will impact the economy, and when the Fed might stop raising interest rates. And as always, Terry answers all of your […]
Wintrust Business Minute: 36-story apartment building planned for Old Town
September 27, 2023 16:56Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A developer plans to build a 36-story, 500 unit apartment building in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood. The building will be located near North and LaSalle. Crain’s reports the development will have views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Developer Fern Hill […]
Wintrust Business minute: Grubhub to launch $1 million grant program for local organizations
September 26, 2023 21:34Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s Grubhub will launch a $1 million grant program for local organizations who provide access to food and meal services. The goal of the grant program is to help combat food deserts in neighborhoods where there are no grocery stores. Grubhub […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/26/23: Holiday hiring, AI’s small business impact, Chef Beau’s Klean Kitchen
September 26, 2023 19:38Segment 1: Andy Challenger, Senior Vice President, Challenger, Gray & Christmas, to talk about a new report they released that shows holiday hiring cooling this year. Segment 2: Russ Morton, Chief Product Officer, Constant Contact, tells John about a new study that shows how AI can positively impact your small business. Segment 3: William “Beau” […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Northwestern Medicine Innovation invests in robotics company
September 26, 2023 17:01Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A company that provides a robotic teammate to medical staff in hospitals has picked up investment from Northwestern Medicine Innovation. Diligent Robotics make Moxi, a robot that helps hospital care teams be more efficient by offloading supplies, equipment, medication and making […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/25/23: Market volatility, child care funding, Buffalo Creek Brewing Oktoberfest
September 25, 2023 20:20Segment 1: Faron Daugs, CFP, Founder and CEO, Harrison Wallace Financial Group, joins John to talk about how markets might be impacted by a government shutdown, the latest on the UAW strike and what that means for the economy, and the Fed’s ongoing battle to bring down inflation. Segment 2: Jane Oates, President, WorkingNation, talks to John about […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/22/23: Economic impact of UAW strike, hidden junk fees, Beverly Art Walk
September 22, 2023 19:34Segment 1: Brian Battle, Managing Director at Performance Trust Capital Partners talks to John about the Fed’s battle to fight off inflation, the threat of a government shutdown, and how the UAW strike is impacting the economy. Segment 2: Juliana Kaplan, Senior Labor / Inequality reporter, Business Insider, tells John about the battle against hidden junk […]
Wintrust Business Minute: The ‘Wienermobile’ is back!
September 22, 2023 16:57Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Oscar Mayer is changing the name of its hot dog-shaped vehicle again. After just four months of being called the Frankmobile, the name is being changed back to Wienermobile. Oscar Mayer is a unit of Chicago-based Kraft Heinz and the company […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Portillo’s aims for 920 nationwide locations
September 21, 2023 21:06Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. More expansion could be coming for Portillo’s. The company has updated its growth projection to 920 locations, up from the 600 it had previously targeted. According to Crain’s, 800 of the 920 locations will be full-scale restaurants and 120 will be […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/21/23: Fed battles inflation, Instacart IPO, HSG Catering
September 21, 2023 19:33Segment 1: Greg McBride, Senior Vice President and Chief Analyst, Bankrate, chats with John about the Fed’s announcement yesterday that they are going to pause rate hikes, what will happen if inflation continues to decline, and why he believes the odds of avoiding a recession have improved. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about a group […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/20/23 – Terry Savage: What is the Fed’s economic forecast?
September 20, 2023 21:18Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about what the Fed will say about interest rates, but more importantly, what they will say about the economy moving forward. Terry explains how the UAW strike will impact the economy. Conversely, what happens if the strike ends and wages go up? And as always, Terry […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Lollapalooza boosted Chicago’s economy by almost half a billion dollars
September 20, 2023 18:57Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A new report finds Lollapalooza boosted Chicago’s economy by almost half a billion dollars. The report was commissioned by Lollapalooza’s promoter and says the festival generated more than $442 million. That’s up from $336 million the year before. Lolla revenues have […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/19/23: Benefits of doing less, credit card fees, Aeternal Upcycling
September 19, 2023 20:02Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about a recent Wall Street Journal piece that touts the benefits of doing less. Why does the article claim that 85% is the magic number for productivity? Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, talks to John about the risks involved when companies merge. […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Ferrero opens research and innovation center in Marshall Field’s building
September 19, 2023 19:36Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Candy maker Ferrero today opens its first North American research and development lab and innovation center in the Marshall Field’s building in downtown Chicago. A grand opening was scheduled for today at 24 E. Washington. Ferrero’s food scientists will research and […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/18/23: Strike impact, student loan payments, IPO resurgence
September 18, 2023 19:46Segment 1: Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about the likelihood the Fed raises interest rates again, if we will see a mild recession, how the restarting of student loan payments could damage the economy, and how the UAW, SAG, and WGA strikes are negatively impacting the economy. Segment […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/15/23: Google antitrust trial, co-living spaces, home renovation survey
September 15, 2023 19:36Segment 1: Michael Miller, Professor Emeritus at DePaul University, joins John to talk about why we have antitrust legislation and how it has been beneficial to the economy Segment 2: Michael Drew, Founding Principal, Structured Development, talks to John about the resurgence of co-living spaces could help those that are impacted by rising rents. Mike and his firm […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Math and biology research institute coming to Chicago
September 15, 2023 17:38Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A math and biology research institute funded by the National Science Foundation will be located in Chicago. According to Crain’s, Northwestern University will lead the research institute in partnership with the University of Chicago. The institute is being funded by a […]
Wintrust Business Minute: Baxter International’s Deerfield campus is off the market
September 15, 2023 01:28Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Deerfield’s Baxter International has taken its headquarters campus off the market and will hold onto the property and reinvest in the location. The decision ends a months-long controversy to develop an industrial park on the 101-acre property. Crain’s reports Baxter wants […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/14/23: Sticky inflation, digital divide, wage growth
September 14, 2023 19:32Segment 1: Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor and Market Strategist, Murphy & Sylvest, joins John to talk about the value of the dollar continuing to rise, what he thinks of the latest inflation data, and if the Fed will raise interest rates again. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about what we learned at Apple’s […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/13/23 – Terry Savage: Inflation pressure is still there
September 13, 2023 21:36Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John to talk about the latest inflation data and what the Fed will likely do with interest rates. Terry also answers all of your financial questions. Terry also introduces us to Andy McDermott, Founder & Chief Development Officer, Intentional Sports. Andy tells us about his mission to deliver equitable […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/12/23: Real estate transfer tax proposal, hiring challenges, ‘Doom Loop’
September 12, 2023 19:53Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about how to hire quality people when your company is embroiled in controversy. Segment 2: Max Adams, senior editor overseeing markets coverage, Business Insider, talks to John about how the crashing office market will deepen the economic ‘doom loop‘ for America’s cities. Segment […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 9/11/23: Credit card debt rising, Chicago food startups, Epic Burger
September 11, 2023 20:08Segment 1: Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about why credit is hard to get today, the average credit card debt per household continuing to rise, how consumer wealth has reset from the pandemic, and why the 5-day commute is dead. Segment 2: Segment 2: Jim Dallke, National Editor, American Inno, […]
Wintrust Business Minute: CME Group to launch Micro Gold futures options
September 11, 2023 17:33Dave Schwan has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s CME Group will launch options on Micro Gold futures starting October 2nd, pending regulatory review. The Group started smaller-sized Gold and Silver futures over a decade ago and says that’s seen a big increase in the last five years. Also, […]