Gov. Pritzker Builds on Economic Momentum as Global Companies Choose Illinois to Invest and Grow

Gov. Pritzker Builds on Economic Momentum as Global Companies Choose Illinois to Invest and Grow

CHICAGO – In just the first quarter of 2026, a growing list of global companies are choosing Illinois to invest, expand, and create jobs—driving early-year momentum that has is already outpacing total job creation commitments in recent years.Companies participating in the Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) program have committed to creating nearly 4,000 jobs and nearly $2.5 billion in committed investments so far this year, exceed…