Economic and Policy Update – What to Expect in 2026 and Beyond

Despite all the uncertainty and volatility around US trade and tax policy, the economy weathered the first half of 2025 relatively well. Now that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act has been signed into law and President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs on America’s trade partners are in effect, can a similar performance be expected in the second half of the year?

The latest economic data suggests growth, and the labor market, are decelerating while inflation continues to ramp up as we enter the third quarter. What does this mean for the FED’s policy on interest rates?  Will we see a boost to investment and a rebound in confidence, or will the malaise intensify into the year-end? What about our prospects for 2026?

This presentation will assess the current macroeconomic landscape and deliver practical and actionable advice designed to help industry leaders plan for future operating conditions.

Attendees will walk away from the session with the following insights:

• An objective assessment of time-sensitive economic indicators such as consumer spending, business investment, inflation, and interest rates
• Concrete advice on how to navigate the current macroeconomic climate and plan for the future, with a particular focus on tactical advice
• Tools that leaders can leverage to be data-driven decision makers for their organizations