Lowes – (Session 1) Dr. Anirban Basu’s Economic Update: First Brood
Description
Everyone is speculating about what 2026 will bring. After an incredibly active 2025, can the U.S. economy maintain its momentum, or will lingering economic uncertainty translate into the next recession? In this fast-paced, data-driven presentation, we will monitor the latest trends in employment, housing, commercial real estate, financial markets, and output. You can expect some surprises, perhaps an insight or two, and maybe even a few laughs as we characterize the present and predict the future.
Learning Objectives
Indicate a broad understanding of the risks that threaten the current U.S economic expansion, helping to better prepare organizations for negative economic outcomes
Recognize and identify key dynamics in the U.S. labor market, allowing for better management of hiring and staffing costs
Recall a deeper understanding of regional economic dynamics and demographic trends, helping to identify potential expansion opportunities
Major Topics
Overview of Global and US Economies
Performance of the global economy
Performance of the US economy relative to the global economy
Which segments of the US economy are doing well and which ones are not
US labor markets
How all of the above will impact the economic environment in the US and the overall health of the real estate market in the US
Provider
Business Learning Institute
Course Level
Update
Professional Area of Focus
T Shaped Professional Strategic and Critical Thinking
CPE Field of Study
Economics
3.0
Who Should Attend
Key organizational decision-makers
Instructor(s)
Anirban Basu
Prerequisites
Updated yearly; No specific prerequisites; An overarching objective is to present information in a manner that is accessible to people of diverse backgrounds.
