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IV CEO Summit of the Americas
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See government officials and business leaders—including those representing small and medium-sized enterprises—from the U.S. and across the hemisphere meet to drive innovative, practical solutions for a brighter future across the Americas. This is the official private sector forum of the IX Summit of the Americas, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State.
Highlights from the CEO Summit of the Americas
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- A Business Guide to the U.S. EconomyWhat business owners need to know about the current state of the U.S. economy.Learn More
- MetLife & U.S. Chamber Special Report on Inflation and Supply Chain (March, 2022)Inflation is top concern for small businesses this quarter, according to new data from the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce. While these were key challenges cited last quarter, concerns around inflation and supply chains have intensified quickly.Learn More
- 4 Factors Driving Food Price InflationFood prices are on the rise as inflation issues persist due to labor shortages, supply chain blockages, soaring energy costs, and other issues.Learn More
The States Suffering Most from the Labor Shortage
Feature story
Job openings are up. Labor force participation is down. Quit rates are at a record high. Amid the worsening labor shortage crisis, these are the states being impacted the most.
Our Work
The U.S. Chamber works with business and government to strengthen our economy. While a flourishing business community and a competitive workforce drive growth, the government sets the conditions for success. We advocate for commonsense policies and smart regulations that give businesses the confidence and certainty to invest, expand, hire, and innovate for the future.
How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Bolster Economic Recovery
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To reinvigorate the economy and promote workforce success, many companies are turning toward reskilling and upskilling for in-demand positions.
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Upcoming Events
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Latest Content
- Apr 05, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on a Hearing on Inflation in the Senate Budget Committee
This Hill letter was sent to the Senate Committee on the Budget, on a hearing entitled, "Corporate Profits are Soaring as Prices Rise: Are Corporate Greed and Profiteering Fueling Inflation?"
Mar 31, 2022Rising Retail Theft: Here’s What Business Owners Need to KnowCommunities and businesses large and small across the United States are facing a significant increase in retail theft and organized retail crime. Here's what policymakers should do.
- Mar 29, 2022Coalition Letter on OECD Model Rules
This Coalition Letter was sent to Secretary Yellen on modifying OECD Model Rules.
- Mar 29, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on Organized Retail Crime and Retail Theft
This letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress as well as to the National Governors Association, National Conference of State Legislatures, and the National District Attorneys Association, on retail theft and organized retail crime.
- Mar 16, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on the Bipartisan Innovation Act
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress on the Bipartisan Innovation Act.
- Mar 10, 2022RSM US Middle Market Business Index Eases as Pricing and Supply Chain Challenges Continue
Survey results show that despite business confidence being dampened by inflation and omicron, business conditions are strong across the middle market
- Mar 10, 2022Middle Market Business Index - Q1 2022
- Mar 10, 2022U.S. Chamber Urges Focus on Energy, Food and Housing to Combat Historic Inflation
Following the release of February's CPI data, Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, released the below statement: