AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHousing & Energy Watch: Zillow warns the U.S. housing market may have peaked in 2026 as the Iran war keeps oil prices elevated, pushing up inflation fears and mortgage rates. Illinois Legal/Finance: Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill aimed at restricting nonlawyer ownership of law firms, including limits on fee sharing tied to out-of-state structures. Courts: An Illinois federal judge trimmed a former Wells Fargo ex-executive’s whistleblower suit, saying the claims were too vague. Healthcare Privacy: An Illinois judge narrowed a Blue Cross Blue Shield privacy class action, ruling searches on its public site weren’t protected health information. Industrial Engineering: Consulting-Specifying Engineer named the 2026 MEP Giants, spotlighting top mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering firms, with an Oct. 8 Chicago awards event. Data Centers: Reuters reports banks are scrutinizing data center financing more as community opposition grows, leaning toward projects with smoother permitting and local support. Food Safety: Taylor Farms recalled jalapeño products over salmonella risk. Retail/Real Estate: Chicago’s Shops at North Bridge announced a $40 million renovation to boost experiential retail.
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