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Wintrust Business Minute: Illinois closes fiscal year with record $54 billion in revenue

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Published
Thu 03 Jul 2025
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Don Kleppin has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute.

Illinois closed its fiscal year with a record $54 billion in revenue—$717 million over budget. Strong personal income tax growth led the gains, but officials warn federal cuts could pressure next year’s finances. Comptroller Mendoza added to the state’s rainy day fund and plans early pension payments.

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