What is the economy of Illinois like?

The economy of Illinois ranks fifth in the nation, in terms of the gross state product of $630 billion. It is home to America's largest companies, including, Boeing, McDonalds, and Motorola. Major sectors include agriculture, manufacturing and services. Illinois is the largest producer of pumpkins in America, and ranks second in the production of corn. The economy of the state has shifted towards high-value-added services such as financial trading, medicine and tourism. The largest foreign buyers are Japan, South Korea and Mexico.


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