ITR Economics

There has been an increase in the Federal Funds Target Rate. Find out what this increase means for the economy now with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu. Please note this episode was recorded on November 1, 2022.

GDP numbers for the third quarter of 2022 were up after a stagnant first half of the year. Find out why this positive increase is so important for the economy with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

Some of our leading indicators are now showing an upward turn, an encouraging development amid pessimism in the media, etc. Get the key insights on this new development with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu.

As businesses focus on budget and planning season, many are struggling to make sense of the current state of the economy. See why you should keep your attention on what you can control with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.

We have revised our forecast for the Single-Unit Housing Market. Tune in to this episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn all about the adjustments made to our forecast.

Join ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu as he provides updated insights on the bond yield and Federal Reserve actions in our latest episode of TrendsTalk.

If consumers are spending, that often bodes well for the economy. But is there also a debt problem among consumers? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu to find out!

In a slowing global economy, we have seen some strength in North America. What opportunities could this provide your business? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to find out.

Is your company ready for 2023 and beyond? Check in with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker as she helps you prepare your business for budget season in the latest episode of TrendsTalk.

Could the Federal Reserve go too far in its efforts to address certain economic pain points? Find out in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

Inflation has been in the news for a long time now. Although it impacts us all differently, there are signs of relief ahead. Take a deep dive into the data in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu.

The current economic slowdown doesn’t have to be bad news for your company. Learn how you can leverage this slowdown into something that can be productive for your business with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.

Due to a second consecutive quarter of GDP decline, the economy is in a recession, per one definition. But are businesses' current challenges typical of a recession? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

We recently revised our oil forecast for the end of 2022 through to 2024. Learn about the adjustments we made to our forecast with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

The media's doom-and-gloom pronouncements on the state of the economy cannot darken an undeniable bright spot – the industrial sector. Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more! We apologize for the low quality audio of this podcast. It was recorded without our normal equipment to ensure a timely delivery of this information.

Coming off our recent Virtual Keynote Event, ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu takes another deep dive into interest rates and inflation with the latest episode of TrendsTalk.

Even though a lot of data is pointing in a positive direction, there is still a lot of talk around a coming recession. Dive into how the recession chatter compares to the data with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President and Speaker Alan Beaulieu.

Employee turnover is one of the most expensive problems businesses face. But, has the turnover rate finally peaked? Learn more about the state of the current labor market with the newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.

Ongoing weakness in new home sales has led us to amending our forecast for Single-Family Housing Starts. See what else contributed to this adjustment and what it means for 2023 and beyond with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

Inflation, disinflation, deflation: A clear understanding of these terms and what they mean for pricing will help you plan more effectively this decade. Check out our latest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

Join us for this week’s TrendsTalk as ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu sits down with Managing Partner and Founder of Cornerstone Business Services Scott Bushkie to discuss his new book “Finish Strong: Sell Your Business on Your Terms.”

As a business leader, do you often get caught up in data trends that have little to no correlation to your company? Learn how to focus on the most relevant leading indicators and information with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.

The labor market will continue to be a huge challenge for employers for years to come. Learn how your business can continue to grow and be profitable with these tips on how to attract and train staff with the newest episode of TrendsTalk from ITR Director of Research & Development Eric Post.

We are often asked whether the US economy is headed toward a “stagflation” cycle. But what exactly is stagflation? Is that where the economy is headed? Hear what ITR is forecasting in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.

There is still a lot of speculation over a possible recession coming. After reviewing the data, we are holding to our forecast that there won’t be a recession. See why ITR Economics is forecasting a “soft landing” as opposed to a recession phase with our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR President Alan Beaulieu.

There have been multiple news headlines centered around the US economy and concerns of a recession. What is fueling those headlines, and are the concerns valid? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist Patrick Luce to see what we found by taking a closer look at the data and leading indicators.

When your business is facing upcoming changes in the business cycle, it is important to change your way of thinking to be strategically prepared for the next phase. Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connar Lokar to learn more.

With media headlines focused on business and consumer sentiment, we are often asked if we feel optimistic or pessimistic about the economy. We like to answer that question based on what the data tells us. Learn more with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist Lauren Saidel-Baker.

While many media outlets are anticipating a recession coming, we are forecasting a "soft landing." How should you prepare for when the economy slows down to maximize profits? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu to learn more.

It is becoming a trend for organizations to forecast a recession coming soon. With elevated inflation and oil prices, does ITR Economics also believe a recession is coming in 2023? Tune into our latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu to find out!

Between COVID-19, inflation, and the Russia and Ukraine conflict, it certainly has been an emotional start to the decade. Is a demand cliff next on the horizon, bringing the economy to a screeching halt? Tune into the newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to hear what our forecast has to say.

The Russia and Ukraine war is causing higher energy costs and higher gas prices. But how is the conflict affecting US consumer spending in 2022? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

In times of conflict, markets tend to react to what is going on in the world — so how might the Russia and Ukraine war be affecting the US economy? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu to learn more.

Headlines regarding the consumer, rising interest rates, and rising gas prices are dominating the news cycle - but what are the underlying macroeconomic trends telling us? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics President and Speaker Alan Beaulieu to learn more.

Assessing Mortgage Rates with Connor Lokar by ITR Economics

As we approach the peak of the business cycle, ITR Economics is forecasting a period of disinflation to follow - when can businesses expect that to occur? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

In this week's episode of TrendsTalk, ITR CEO Brian Beaulieu discusses the economic concerns and questions that have arisen regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

ITR Economics is forecasting a slowdown in 2022 - are you adjusting your plans accordingly? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR President and Speaker Alan Beaulieu to learn more about the trends contributing to this year's forecast.

ITR Economics is not forecasting a recession for 2022, but we are expecting an economic slowdown - what does that mean for your business? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more.

Interest continues to grow regarding the potential of cryptocurrencies - but are these investments worth the risk? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Speaker and Economist Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

In January the 10-year government bond yield shot up — what does that mean for interest rates, and the overall economy? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu to learn more.

The quit rate saw a record high in December - what is contributing to these trends, and where are they headed next? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR President and Speaker Alan Beaulieu to learn more.

Inflation is top of mind for many business — how do you handle pricing at the peak of the business cycle and inflation cycle? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more.

ITR Economics has been forecasting an upcoming economic peak - but what's on the other side of that peak, and what does it mean for the economy? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.

How did inflation trends pan out in 2021, and how where can we expect these trends to go in 2022? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics CEO Brian Beaulieu to learn more about our expectations for the economy in the coming year.

The media can provide guidance on how the economy is performing - but are these insights feelings-based or data-driven? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu to learn more about economic expectations for 2022.

Trends are shifting in both residential and nonresidential construction markets - what does this mean for your business and the economy overall? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Director of Research and Development Eric Post to learn more.

The overall economy will see growth in 2022, though slower than the growth seen in 2021 - how should your business be preparing to tackle the new year? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Director of Economics Grace Schatz to learn more.

Which demographics are opting out of the workforce, and how is that impacting the economy? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Beaulieu to further insights on the labor market.

What is the "bullwhip effect" and what sort of risk does it pose to businesses in regards to current demand trends? Catch our newest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more.