Monthly Economy & Travel Industry Summary: June 2024

A trifecta of May inflation readings – the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Producer Price Index (PPI), and import prices – surprised to the downside, and many of the underlying details in the reports indicate that a slowdown in inflation is back on track.

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Saving Chicago’s Greyhound Terminal: Urgent City Actions Needed to Preserve Intercity Bus Services

A recent Chaddick Institute report report emphasizes the urgent need for Chicago's municipal intervention to prevent the potential displacement of critical bus services, particularly Greyhound.

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ABA Applauds Motorcoaches as Eco-Friendly Transportation Leaders

Motorcoach buses, widely recognized for their passenger-carrying capabilities in long-distance services, encompass touring, intercity travel, private charter, and commuter transit. The ABAF partnered with TTI to assess the environmental impact of motorcoach operations, comparing energy use and emissions with other transportation modes. The study continues the legacy of the 2019 report, ensuring an up-to-date evaluation based on the latest available information and emission rates.

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