UAL - The Snow Shovel Trade: How Midwest Freeze Will Impact Insurers Retailers | Benzinga
Cities in the Midwest are bracing for a major winter storm that is expected to blast cities, including Chicago and Milwaukee, with strong winds and heavy snow.
The heavy snow forecast along with strong winds will also make for treacherous driving conditions and motorists are being warned not to travel unless absolutely necessary.
Blizzard warnings are in effect across seven states, and forecasters say the storm will be followed by an Arctic air mass that will cover the country over the entire three-day weekend.
It may be too late for many in the region to stock up on winter essentials, but may serve as a reminder to make those purchases ahead of the next winter onslaught.
Sales of hardware items such as snow shovels and flashlights could help boost retailers such ...