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Atlas Steel Products - A Legacy Realized
On August 4, 2008, after many months of strategizing and planning, National City Business Credit, the associates of Atlas Steel successfully purchased the company through the formation of a 100% ESOP, with credit provided through National City Business Credit. Despite the market uncertainties, National City was able to facilitate this complicated transaction to continue the owner's business legacy.  A "Real Story" you won't want to miss.  Click on the link below to view.

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Richard Dekaser
Financial Market Outlook
From the Office of our Chief Economist Richard DeKaser
Leaving a severe mark on the economy, are these extraordinary financial market conditions going to last?
 
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Better, Faster, Cheaper:  The Manufacturing Transformation
The impact of globalization on manufacturing over the past decade has resulted in immense changes that have forced manufactures and investors to adjust to a brand new landscape.
 
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Business Confidence Index
A monthly breakdown of developments that impact business sentiment across the Midwestern region
Business Confidence Hits New Low
 

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