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MyChesCo is regarded for our timely and relevant Chester County business news and marketplace services. Chester County, PA is home to roughly 48,950 companies, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, most of which are small businesses. Nevertheless, here you will discover publically-traded corporations, entrepreneurial startups, large national chains, company headquarters and virtually everything in between. Chester County is the place for business!
The top employers include the Vanguard Group, QVC Network, and Siemens Medical Solutions USA. Moreover, the main business sectors include Agriculture, Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Biotech, and Tourism. This unique combination of industries has allowed Chester County to maintain a booming economy while keeping a rural atmosphere, despite being one of Pennsylvania’s fastest-growing locations for business.
Yet, while the area can boast being home to many large, nationally known and award-winning brands and companies, the area truly thrives because of small business. The typical company is either owner-operated, family-run, or a small mom-and-pop shop. It is for this reason that Chester County’s economy is one of the strongest and most diversified in the state and the nation. Here you will find everything from High Tech to Amish markets.
MALVERN, PA — More than 20 states have enacted laws regulating third-party litigation funding disclosures, reflecting growing legislative scrutiny of outside investment in lawsuits as insurers raise concerns about its …
States Tighten Litigation Funding Rules as Insurers Cite Costs Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Rampmaster is expanding its aircraft refueling equipment business through a jointly developed 5,000-gallon refueling truck with SkyMark Companies, with production scheduled to begin in the first quarter …
Rampmaster, SkyMark Unveil Jointly Built Aircraft Refueler Read More
WAYNE, PA — Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) will review its third-quarter 2026 financial results during a conference call on November 5, giving investors an update on the specialty chemicals company’s …
Ecovyst Sets November 5 Date for Third-Quarter Earnings Review Read More
Homeownership costs remained above historical affordability levels in 98% of U.S. counties analyzed during the third quarter of 2026, according to property data firm ATTOM, as declining home prices and …
U.S. Housing Affordability Remains Strained Despite Price Declines Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Homeowners in the Philadelphia metropolitan area face an estimated $18,834 in annual maintenance, property tax and insurance expenses, a 31.7% increase over five years that places the …
Philadelphia Homeownership Costs Rise 32% in Five Years Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — ALIVE is expanding into artificial intelligence-powered marketing services for small and midsize motorsport businesses, offering packages starting at $350 per month as it seeks to extend …
ALIVE Expands AI Marketing Services to Motorsport Businesses Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — Southern Chester County Pharmacy has begun offering prescription containers designed for single-handed opening, becoming one of the first U.S. pharmacies to adopt a packaging system intended …
Chester County Pharmacy Adds Easier-Open Prescription Vials Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania home sales fell 10% in September as the statewide median selling price declined and available inventory increased, signaling weaker monthly housing activity even as prices remained above …
Pennsylvania Home Sales Fall 10% as Prices Retreat Read More
VALLEY FORGE, PA — Vanguard plans to introduce a new series of target-date retirement trusts later in 2026 that maintain greater exposure to stocks, giving employers an investment option designed …
Vanguard Expands Retirement Lineup With Higher-Stock Trusts Read More
EXTON, PA — In case you missed it, BODYBAR Pilates is preparing to open its second Pennsylvania studio in Exton on November 16, expanding the fitness franchise’s regional presence with …
ICYMI: BODYBAR Pilates Expands to Exton With November Studio Opening Read More