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October 18, 2025

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Resources

Missouri Economy Indicators, Vol. 6, Issue 11: Online Microbusiness Trends – Se…

Missouri had nearly 275,000 online microbusinesses in early 2025, or 5.7 microbusinesses for every 100 adult Missourians.

Missouri Economy Indicators, Vol. 6, Issue 10: Neurodivergence in the Workforce…

Missouri’s underutilization of neurodivergent talent represents both a workforce challenge and a missed economic opportunity.

Missouri Economy Indicators, Vol. 6, Issue 9: Agribusiness Workforce Needs – Ju…

In a recent analysis of agribusinesses across eight Midwest states, 75% of businesses identified a shortage of skilled workers as the primary barrier to expanding employment.

Missouri Economy Indicators, Vol. 6, Issue 8: Urban and Rural Business Churn – …

As of May 2025, Missouri recorded more than 11,000 new business applications from employers likely to hire workers, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. 

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