Wintrust Business Lunch

Segment 1: Faron Daugs, CFP, Founder and CEO, Harrison Wallace Financial Group, joins John to talk about Fed Chairman Powell’s policy remarks earlier this week, President Trump’s response to Fed Powell, if he believes the Fed needs to cut interest rates, his thoughts on the strength of the economy overall, and what he’s telling his clients right […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Barnes and Noble bookstores are making a comeback, and the Chicago area is included in the company’s expansion plans. Barnes and Nobles will open dozens of stores nationwide, including one in Naperville slated for opening next Wednesday. The company says it […]

Segment 1: Jason Turner, Chief Investment Strategist for Wintrust Wealth Management, joins John to talk about Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments about inflation and tariffs yesterday in Chicago, what the Fed will likely do with rates in the coming months, the importance of consumer spending and this week’s retail sales data, and if we are staring […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Suburban-based Abbott Laboratories says it will spend $500 million on two manufacturing facilities, including one in Illinois. The investments come despite new and threatened tariffs, including some on medical devices and diagnostics. Abbott says the investments will help the company boost […]

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about gold prices hitting a record high, and what you need to know about Social Security right now. Terry also answers all of your financial questions.

Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, joins John to talk about bosses experiencing ‘Déjà V-accine’ when it comes to vaccine enforcement at the office. This time, it’s not COVID, but measles. Segment 2: Sari Wiaz, creator, Baby Paper, joins John to talk about her Chicago-area business making sensory toys for babies, how she came up […]

Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John Williams to talk about what you should know ahead of tomorrow’s tax day deadline, and a new survey that shows 81% of potential home sellers think they will get their asking price or more. Segment 2: Tyler Lowell, Managing Partner of Chicago-based CA Fortune, joins […]

Segment 1: Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins John Williams to talk about the likelihood we see a recession this year, why investors are pausing right now, his expectation that he markets will remain volatile for some time, why he believes the market can regain its losses by the end of the year, […]

Segment 1: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, talks to John about the wild market swings the last couple of days, why we should not be emotional when thinking about our investments, if he expects another dramatic rally, how you can minimize losses, and the bargains you should keep an eye out for right […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A big Chicago accounting and consulting firm is working on a merger that could push it into the industry’s top ten. Baker Tilly is in talks to merge with Seattle-based Moss Adams, according to multiple reports. If the deal goes through, […]

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about why rates are up today, the latest on President Trump’s tariff plan, what tariffs will likely mean for inflation, and the volatility of the market today. And as always, Terry answers all of your financial questions.

Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about why he’s expecting a hiring slowdown, how economic uncertainty is impacting the market, the importance of keeping connections, and his big belief in work ethic. Segment 2: Dennis Rodkin, residential real estate reporter for Crain’s, joins John to talk about the impact that tariffs might […]

Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John Williams to talk about the status of the economy right now, her thoughts on Friday’s labor report, the uncertainty over the markets and economy, if we are already in a recession, the wavering of the stock market, and the concern from people worried about their retirement […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s hometown airline is making a play for the loyalty customers of competing airlines. According to Crain’s, a new campaign launched by United Airlines is trying to get travelers to switch to its Mileage Plus program and promises they can keep their […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The new CEO of Giordano’s is laying out his vision for the company. Nick Scarpino tells Crain’s, there are plans to open new locations, improve digital capabilities and enhance the menu. Scarpino, formerly Portillo’s chief marketing officer, joined Giordano’s late last […]

Segment 1: Jane Oates, Senior Policy Advisor and recent President, WorkingNation, joins John Williams to break down the latest labor report. Was it surprising the jobs numbers were better than expected? Segment 2: Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the markets falling again today after President Trump’s tariff plan. Segment 3: James Nussbaum, […]

Segment 1: Mark Hamrick, Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Economic Analyst for Bankrate.com, talks to John about how the market is reacting to President Trump’s tariff announcement, federal government job cuts, how the Fed might react to tariffs, and why we need to prioritize savings right now. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John Williams to talk about TikTok […]

Dave Schwan has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The housing market shows signs of continued recovery. A report from Realtor.com shows more homes on the market and total inventory rising for the 17th straight month. The report also indicates buyers are proceeding with caution, likely due to economic unknowns. […]

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the markets turning higher today ahead of President Trump’s tariff announcement, the impact that proposed tariffs might have on the economy, and what’s going on at Social Security. Terry also answers your financial questions.

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The interim CEO and president of Riverwoods-based Discover Financial Services is getting a pay raise as he works to complete the company’s acquisition by Capital One. J. Michael Shepherd will get about $1.7 million this month and $750,000 in May and […]