Business & Professional
2026 Economic Forecast
EVENT TIMING:
Networking: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Lunch and panel discussion: 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m.
Although the stock market continues its strong performance, businesses continue to face a wave of uncertainty around issues like tariffs and workforce while Iowa has seen the effects hit some of the state’s biggest industries, including agriculture and manufacturing. Between navigating existing policy changes and the potential for new ones, plus questions about the future of the state’s revenues, uncertainty might be the only certainty for the economy and Iowa in 2026. Take a deep, cleansing breath and join us for the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast Luncheon, which will provide insight from our panel of experts on what the economy might bring in the coming year. In addition, help us congratulate the Deloitte CFO of the Year award winner. For more than two decades, the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast has helped CEOs and business owners stay ahead of the economic curve with a look at what the economy holds for the coming year. This year’s event will be no different.
AMONG THE TOPICS WE PLAN TO ADDRESS:
• How will the Iowa economy be affected by continuing policy changes, including trade policy and tariffs?
• What is the current trajectory for the state’s revenues?
• Will the markets continue to hold steady while uncertainty persists?
• How will persistent labor issues affect the economy?
• What will the Fed’s interest rate policy look like and what will be the effect?
• What are the most significant threats and opportunities for the Iowa economy?
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