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Nonresidential Construction with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Drivers Behind the 2024 Recession with Taylor St. Germain
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!

How Inflated and Deflated Series Relate with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Areas of Opportunity with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Nonresidential Construction Update with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Looking at US Industrial Production with Taylor St. Germain
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.

Correlations in Electric Vehicle Sales with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Robotics and Automation with Taylor St. Germain
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!

China's Slowing Growth with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Evaluating the Stock Market with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Residential Housing Market with 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!

Oil Prices Forecast with 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.

Canada's Economy and Consumers with Taylor St. Germain
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.

Consumer Resiliency with Taylor St. Germain
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!

Investing for the Future with Taylor St. Germain
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 Capacity Planning with Michael Feuz
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.

Economic Realities with Alan Beaulieu
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!

Order Air Pockets with Connor Lokar
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!

Mixed Signals with Brian Beaulieu
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.

Margin Squeeze with Grace Schatz
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!

Let's Talk About the Debt Ceiling with Connor Lokar
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!

Interest Rates and the Labor Market with Brian Beaulieu
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!

Residential Construction with Michael Feuz
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!

What GDP Data Tells Us About 2024 with Alan Beaulieu
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!

Labor Market with Lauren Saidel-Baker
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!

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

Is Recession Optional? with Connor Lokar
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.

Reviewing Oil Cuts with Alan Beaulieu
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!

Protests in France: What it Means for Your Business with Michael Feuz
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!

February 2023 in Context with Alan Beaulieu
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!

Forecasting Seasonal Data with Lauren Saidel-Baker
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.

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

Building a 5-Year Strategy with Connor Lokar and Rich Armstrong
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.

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

Reviewing US Total Manufacturing with Brian Beaulieu
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.

Reviewing Housing Market Expectations with Lauren Saidel-Baker
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!

Port Traffic Trends with Connor Lokar
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.

Reviewing GDP Updates with Alan Beaulieu
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.

Raising the Federal Debt Ceiling with Brian 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!

Upcoming Downturn in Labor Needs with Connor Lokar
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.

Updated Expectations with Lauren Saidel-Baker
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.

Looking at Europe in 2024 with Brian Beaulieu
While we are forecasting for a recession coming to the US in late 2023, how are other parts of the world faring? ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu examines Europe's outlook for late 2023 and 2024 with the latest episode of TrendsTalk!

US GDP Trends with Jackie Greene
The sustained inversion of the Treasury yield curve tells us that the Federal Reserve's aggressive interest rate hikes will ultimately impact US GDP. What actions should your business be taking in light of our revised forecast? Find out in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR VP of Economics Jackie Greene!

ITR Changed Our Forecast - Now What? with Connor Lokar
ITR Economics is revising our forecast for US Industrial Production, which now will encompass a recession for 2024. How will this change impact your business strategy? Tune in to our latest TrendsTalk episode to learn more.

Reviewing 2022 Before Entering 2023 with Lauren Saidel-Baker
Supply chain constraints, inflation, and the labor market were three major concerns business leaders had in 2022. As we look forward to 2023, how have things changed as we head into the new year? Find out with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.

SPECIAL UPDATE: Housing Market Forecast with Brian Beaulieu
We are revising our forecast for the Housing Market. While it won’t be similar to the Great Recession for housing, how long are we anticipating weakness in the Housing Market? Find out with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

The Inverse Yield Curve Is Here with Brian Beaulieu
The dreaded inverse yield curve is upon us. How does this new development impact our economic outlook for 2023 and beyond? Find out with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

China & Europe: The Winner Is...
How have recent issues affected US investments in foreign countries? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu as he discusses recent misconceptions about global economic trends.

Beware of the Echoes with Connor Lokar
Your business might be feeling the effects of some segments in the economy normalizing from COVID-related trends. Now during budget and planning season, make sure your business is prepared with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.

Post Election: What It Means with Lauren Saidel-Baker
The 2022 midterm elections are now over. Will the voting results have an impact on the economy and various sectors? Find out with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.