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A tight labor market continues to plague businesses, but when can we expect things to change? Join us for a new episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain breaks down the key trends in the US Private Sector Employment data.

Join us for a new episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain provides a deep dive into current and expected trends in Consumer Price Index data and Producer Price Index data. Understanding the differences can help you prepare your organization for the challenges ahead in the 2024 recession!

In the midst of the busy holiday shopping season, ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain provides an update on retail sales and highlights key consumer trends in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

US Nondefense Capital Goods New Orders is an economic indicator that correlates closely with many companies - including yours, potentially. How does this indicator factor into our 2024 outlook and our expectations for business-to-business spending? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk to find out!

Despite recent challenges, US Single-Unit Housing Starts are now in Phase A, Recovery. Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain provides an update on the residential housing market!

Join us for a very special edition of TrendsTalk, as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain highlights the current state of the macroeconomy based on the latest GDP data, as well as private investment in the US as it relates to GDP for our 250th episode!

Businesses are concerned about order cancellations, delayed projects, and more. Find out more about these factors and how they relate to squeezed margins in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

Why is the US national debt a main factor in our 2030s Great Depression outlook? Discover four key metrics of US debt and how they relate to our expectations for the next decade in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

While we saw a slight uptick in the number of unemployed people per job opening, the labor market is still tight. How will the upcoming recession impact the labor market? Will hiring and retention get easier for employers? Find out in a new episode of TrendsTalk!

The nonresidential construction sector has been a bright spot despite a recession looming for the overall economy. Will this growth trend continue for nonresidential construction in 2024? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk to find out!

We have the inverted Treasury yield curve and higher interest rates - what else is driving our 2024 recession forecast for the US? Learn about four other key factors that relate to the upcoming economic downturn in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

Inflationary pressures have caused a big divergence in recent years between a company’s sales and their volume. How does an inflated series relate to a deflated series, and how important is that relationship given the current phase of the business cycle? Find out with a new episode of TrendsTalk!

Despite the economic downturn coming in 2024 with our forecast of a mild recession, there are still areas of opportunity for businesses next year. Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk to learn about some of the bright spots to consider for 2024!

How is the nonresidential construction market expected to perform over the next few years? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Taylor St. Germain to find out!

Join ITR Economist and Speaker Taylor St. Germain in the latest episode of TrendsTalk as he dives into ITR Economics’ US Industrial Production forecast and highlights what our leading indicators are telling us as we head into 2024.

Electric Vehicles have been growing over the past decade. Could there be interesting relationships found by taking a data-driven approach in terms of correlations with economic indicators? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Taylor St. Germain to find out!

The US has been experiencing a labor shortage which is expected to continue. How could robotics and automation help offset the labor issues companies are facing? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk to find out!

Contrary to years past, China has recently been experiencing significant slowdown in their pace of growth. What challenges does this bring and what does it mean for their future? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Taylor St. Germain to find out!

What are the latest trends showing in the stock market, and how might those trends impact the economy at large? Find out in our latest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain!

Economic trends are pointing towards early signs of recovery for the residential housing market. What exactly are the leading indicators telling us, and what can businesses expect for timing? Find out in our latest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain!

Does ITR Economics have any concerns about the oil industry over the next four quarters? Find out in a new episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain highlights our forecast for oil prices and details what it means for the economy.

Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain highlights the current state of Canada’s economy, as well as the strength of Canadian consumers.

What are consumer trends telling us about our 2024 GDP outlook, and how will those trends impact your business planning? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain to learn more!

The US economy is continuing to slow down as we approach a mild industrial sector recession. When will the time be right to make investments in your business that will help you capitalize on the post-recession growth forecasted for 2025? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain to find out!

Labor challenges have been top of mind for business leaders for some time now. Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economist Michael Feuz discusses ongoing labor issues and our expectations for the future.

The Federal Reserve Board is still expecting that US GDP will grow in 2024. Our forecast calls for a downturn. Will the Fed bump up against some economic realities later this year? Tune in to a new episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to learn more!

After businesses experienced rapid growth following COVID, new orders have slowed as issues normalize back to pre-COVID levels. Find out how you should manage your inventory with a new episode of TrendsTalk from ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar!

There have been some mixed signals about the economy recently, but what does the data tell us? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk as ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu covers three key points that provide us with insights into the state of the US economy.

Despite their own costs increasing, many companies are facing pressure from their customers to flatten or lower their prices. Find out how to navigate these issues in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Director of Economics Grace Schatz!

There is an ongoing battle between Congress and the White House over the debt ceiling. Join ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar as he takes a deep dive into the debate in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

What trends are we currently seeing in the labor market, and how might they impact interest rates going forward? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu to learn more!

Rising interest rates and home prices have been deterring would-be home buyers, but are there positive signs ahead? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist Michael Feuz to find out!

With insights from the latest GDP data, how can you position your business for success heading into 2024? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to find out!

How has the labor market been faring following the pandemic? Join ITR Economist and Speak Lauren Saidel-Baker as she provides insight into ongoing labor trends in the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

Get the latest updates on the commercial real estate market in the newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu!

Once the US economy goes into recession, is it a requirement for your business to do so as well? See how the recession might be “optional” for your company in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.

OPEC+ recently announced a cut in oil production for 2023. What led to this decision? How might oil prices change? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to find out!

How could the ongoing protests in France have an impact your business now and in 2024? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Michael Feuz to find out!

What happened in the month of February that could have ramifications on the economy moving forward? Catch our newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to find out!

Even if your business is seasonal, ITR Economics’ methodology can still be applied to your company! See how we can forecast your seasonal data in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.

Tune in to this week's TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics CEO for an update on the latest US Total Retail Sales trends.

Learn how to build and execute a 5-year business strategy in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar and The Great Game of Business President and Senior Coach Rich Armstrong.

Join ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu as he reviews our global forecast for countries around the world in the latest episode of TrendsTalk.

After finishing last year in good shape, last month’s data was below that of January 2022. Find out what that means for US Total Manufacturing in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu.

Learn about the two key reasons why Single-Unit Housing Starts are finally contracting in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker!

As the economy progresses through the back side of the business cycle, learn about the latest port traffic trends in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.

US GDP rose in 4Q2022, ending the year on a positive note. Find out what this increase means for the economy in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu.

Many are raising concerns as another standoff over the federal debt ceiling looms. What are the potential economic impacts of this fight? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu to find out!

Labor issues have burdened businesses since the COVID-19 pandemic started. With a recession coming in 2024, how may your labor needs change for the future? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more.

We have updated our expectations for 2024 due to the coming recession. Which actions should you take now to come out ahead following this recession? Tune in to the newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.