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Drop In Flash Index Keeps Pace With National Economy
University of Illinois Ecomomist Fred Giertz says the monthly Flash Index fell to 105.3 in January from 105.5 a month earlier, which he says is consistent with a national slowdown. But he says the economy is growing, just at a slower rate. Giertz also says it's unclear if Illinois' now 8-month budget impasse is having much of an impact.