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JOIN US FOR THE 2025 ECONOMIC FORECAST
Tuesday, January 28 | FFA Enrichment Center, Ankeny
Networking: 11 to 11:30 a.m. | Lunch and panel discussion: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
With a new presidential administration set to influence and change policy, questions about the direction the Federal Reserve will take with interest rates, a rise in global uncertainty and labor issues that continue to challenge businesses and investors, who knows how the economy might fare in 2025? Whew! Take a deep, cleansing breath and join us for the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast Luncheon to gain some insight from our panel of experts on what the economy may bring in the coming year. In addition, help us congratulate the Deloitte CFO of the Year award winner. For two decades, the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast has helped CEOs and business owners gain insightful perspective on what the economy holds for the coming year.
AMONG THE TOPICS WE PLAN TO ADDRESS:
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How will the Iowa economy be affected by a new presidential administration?
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What will the effects be of the proposed tariffs on Iowa’s economy?
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Will the markets continue to climb to historic highs or are we in store for a bumpy year?
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How will persistent labor issues affect the economy?
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What will the Fed’s interest rate policy look like and what will be the effect?
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What are the most significant threats and opportunities for the Iowa economy?
PANELISTS:
Jon Augustine, chief investment officer, BTC Capital Management
Michael Cornett, managing director, Washington National Tax Office, Forvis Mazars
Debi Durham, executive director, Iowa Economic Development Authority & Iowa Finance Authority
Christopher Pudenz, economics and research manager, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
Deanna Strable, president and CEO, Principal Financial Group
What is the Economic Forecast?
For almost two decades, Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast has helped CEOs and business owners gain insightful perspective on what the economy holds for the coming year. Regardless of whether the format includes one national economist or a panel of local experts, the content is always compelling.