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Created in 1996, under the Intergovernmental Cooperation Act and the Illinois Municipal Code, IMET was formed to provide Illinois government agencies with safe, liquid, attractive alternatives for investing. IMET offers participants two separate vehicles to meet their investment needs.
The IMET Core Fund (fka the 1-3 Year Fund) is designed for public funds that may be invested for longer than one year. The Core Fund carries the highest rating available (AAAf/bf) from Moody's. The IMET Core Fund performance is listed on IMET's home page.
The IMET Convenience Fund (CVF) is designed to accommodate funds requiring high liquidity, including short term cash management programs and temporary investment of bond proceeds. It is comprised of collateralized bank deposits, FDIC inusred certificates of deposit and US government securities. The current Convenience Fund rate is listed on IMET's home page.
IMET Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
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Recent News
This article provides an overview of economic conditions in Spring 2025, including the impact of tariffs, interest rate expectations, inflation trends, and the outlook moving forward.
Spring 2025 Overview and Future Outlook
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IMET May 2025 Monthly Newsletter
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IMET April 2025 Monthly Newsletter
Read moreThe article discusses recent U.S. tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico, and how these trade measures may impact local governments by affecting investment returns, project budgeting, and procurement strategies due to rising costs.
Tariffs, the Federal Reserve, and What It Means for Local Governments
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