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This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain notes that while US Retail Sales and GDP remain strong, consumer expectations are down – as sentiment is aligning more with stock market performance. Tune in this week to find out why headlines about consumer anxiety can be misleading for the broader economy.

Consumer Expectations vs. Retail Sales and US GDP Data

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This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain highlights US Industrial Production, noting it is gaining momentum and is forecasted to improve steadily through 2026. What are the main sectors driving this growth? Are you positioning your business to make the most of the growth ahead? Watch the full episode to learn more!

What is Driving Growth for US Industrial Production?

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This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain discusses the current lull in capital expenditures due to heightened trade policy uncertainty. However, with promising signs of recovery in the second half of the year, what can businesses do now to best position themselves for the expected growth through 2026? Tune in to find out!

Positive Outlook for Capital Expenditures

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This week on TrendsTalk, we explore how the recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill relates to our 2030s Great Depression forecast. How will the record-setting government spending of today shape your business strategy for the next decade? Tune in to find out!

Economic Implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill

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This week on TrendsTalk, we break down why inflation remains a major hurdle for businesses, with interest rate relief unlikely and costs expected to climb through 2029. Want to grow your business without sacrificing margins in this high-cost environment? Tune in to learn how!

Planning for Growth Amid Persistent Inflation and Rising Costs

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This week on TrendsTalk, we discuss how Private Nonresidential Construction has entered Phase D, Recession, as we highlight which sectors are contracting and which still show growth. How significant will this downturn be and when will we start to see signs of recovery for the segment? Tune in to find out!

Private Nonresidential Construction Now in Recession

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This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist Lauren Saidel-Baker joins the show to discuss the recent Federal Reserve decision to keep rates steady. With a growing internal division within the Fed, are we anticipating rate cuts in September? Watch this week’s episode to find out!

Interest Rates Held Steady – But for How Long?

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This week on TrendsTalk, we unpack the latest July jobs report and highlight what the data really says about the current state of the labor market. Tune in for strategic insights into cutting through the negative headlines and optimizing your hiring strategy in a weaker labor market!

Weaker Labor Market Presents Business Opportunities

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This week on TrendsTalk, we discuss the promising signs of near-term US economic growth, which include renewed momentum in industrial, manufacturing, and business investment. But with economic uncertainty still lingering, how can businesses best position themselves now to thrive when the economy soars? Tune in to find out.

US Economy Poised for Growth Despite Uncertainty

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This week on TrendsTalk, we discuss where we are seeing some exciting growth happening in the US economy, with high-tech sectors such as data centers and semiconductors surging ahead while legacy industries remain flat. Which of these high-tech markets holds the biggest opportunities for your business? Tune in to find out!

High-Tech Sectors Powering US Economic Growth

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Interest Rates Held Steady – But for How Long?

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