Missouri Business Alert

06/12/2026

Established in 2023, the Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program has trained more than 1,300 apprentices across Missouri hospitals, led by the Missouri Chamber Foundation and CoxHealth. The program is funded through grants by the Department of Labor.

The Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program has trained more than 1,300 apprentices across Missouri hospitals.

06/12/2026

This week, Business Brief a closer look at Missouri’s Parks, Soils and Water tax, the sales tax that helps keep Missouri state parks free. The measure passed overwhelmingly when it last appeared on the ballot, but with multiple constitutional amendments facing voters this year, will it receive the same level of attention ahead of the August election?

Listen for that story (and more of the latest business and economic news shaping Missouri) at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts.

https://www.missouribusinessalert.com/business_brief/business-brief-drawing-support-for-state-parks/article_1c44cae7-9263-4af1-bfcc-a6666d791f9d.html

06/11/2026

American consumers continued to feel price pressures last month, as consumer prices rose 4.2% over the 12 months ending in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

American consumers continued to feel price pressures, as consumer prices rose 4.2% over the 12 months ending in May, largely driven by high energy costs due to the conflict in the Middle East.

06/10/2026

Never miss another headline! Subscribe for free at https://www.missouribusinessalert.com/subscribe/

06/09/2026

The residential housing market in Missouri gained momentum in April, with sales activity and prices increasing on both a monthly and year-over-year basis, according to market statistics from the Missouri REALTORS.

Realtors describe the robust sales in April as an outcome of comparatively lower mortgage rates in February and March.

06/09/2026

As more discussions about supplying adequate, affordable childcare are had across Missouri, childcare centers continue to struggle with staff retention. Some experts feel that low wages and a lack of education requirements for workers in the field heavily impact turnover.

As discussions about supplying adequate, affordable childcare are had in the state, childcare centers continue to struggle with staff retention.

06/08/2026

U.S. employers added 172,000 new jobs in May, and the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

U.S. employers added 172,000 new jobs in May, and the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3%.

06/05/2026

Nearly 1,000 workers went on strike Monday at a Michigan plant that supplies axles and drive shafts for the production of Chevrolet Colorados and GMC Canyons that are produced at the General Motors Wentzville Assembly.

Although the Wentzville plant is still operating, it has idled due to a lack of parts in the past.

Story by Emma Harper

https://www.missouribusinessalert.com/industries/manufacturing/michigan-strike-threatens-parts-pivotal-to-production-at-wentzville-gm-plant/article_39687fd8-f7d4-4f25-8caa-17ee578bed27.html

06/04/2026

Nine Missouri companies made this year’s Fortune 500 list, ranking among the largest businesses in the U.S. based on revenue from the 2025 fiscal year.

Story by Brooke Riley

https://www.missouribusinessalert.com/news/business/nine-missouri-businesses-make-the-2026-fortune-500-list/article_bce1a93a-0754-4f2d-a8c1-146e96d08015.html

06/01/2026

The inventory at Kansas City grocery stores has recently featured a selection of FIFA World Cup apparel alongside the expected assortment of fresh produce, meat and canned goods. Kansas City will host six games and serve as home base for four national teams during the World Cup, and supermarket chains like Hy-Vee and Price Chopper are trying to capture some of the hype in the form of apparel sales.

Grocers across the Kansas City region stocked up on an array of World Cup gear to capitalize on excitement around the event.