Synopsis
Our mission: We provide the best economic intelligence to reduce risk and drive practical and profitable business decisions.
Episodes
-
Special Update: Third Quarter GDP Numbers
31/10/2022 Duration: 05minGDP numbers for the third quarter of 2022 were up after a stagnant first half of the year. Find out why this positive increase is so important for the economy with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.
-
Encouraging Upward Turn in Leading Indicators
28/10/2022 Duration: 06minSome of our leading indicators are now showing an upward turn, an encouraging development amid pessimism in the media, etc. Get the key insights on this new development with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu.
-
Control What You Can Control with Connor Lokar
21/10/2022 Duration: 04minAs businesses focus on budget and planning season, many are struggling to make sense of the current state of the economy. See why you should keep your attention on what you can control with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.
-
Single-Unit Housing Market Update with Lauren Saidel-Baker
13/10/2022 Duration: 03minWe have revised our forecast for the Single-Unit Housing Market. Tune in to this episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn all about the adjustments made to our forecast.
-
Bond Yield Update with Brian Beaulieu
07/10/2022 Duration: 05minJoin ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu as he provides updated insights on the bond yield and Federal Reserve actions in our latest episode of TrendsTalk.
-
Is There a Consumer Debt Problem? with Alan Beaulieu
29/09/2022 Duration: 06minIf consumers are spending, that often bodes well for the economy. But is there also a debt problem among consumers? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President Alan Beaulieu to find out!
-
GDP: Strength in North America with Connor Lokar
23/09/2022 Duration: 08minIn a slowing global economy, we have seen some strength in North America. What opportunities could this provide your business? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to find out.
-
Budget Season Check-in with Lauren Saidel-Baker
16/09/2022 Duration: 04minIs your company ready for 2023 and beyond? Check in with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker as she helps you prepare your business for budget season in the latest episode of TrendsTalk.
-
A Determined Federal Reserve with Brian Beaulieu
09/09/2022 Duration: 06minCould the Federal Reserve go too far in its efforts to address certain economic pain points? Find out in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.
-
Inflation: Signs of Relief with Alan Beaulieu
02/09/2022 Duration: 07minInflation has been in the news for a long time now. Although it impacts us all differently, there are signs of relief ahead. Take a deep dive into the data in the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics President Alan Beaulieu.
-
When Business Gives You Lemons with Connor Lokar
26/08/2022 Duration: 04minThe current economic slowdown doesn’t have to be bad news for your company. Learn how you can leverage this slowdown into something that can be productive for your business with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economics Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar.
-
Second Quarter GDP Estimate with Lauren Saidel-Baker
19/08/2022 Duration: 05minDue to a second consecutive quarter of GDP decline, the economy is in a recession, per one definition. But are businesses' current challenges typical of a recession? Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.
-
Oil Forecast with Brian Beaulieu
11/08/2022 Duration: 04minWe recently revised our oil forecast for the end of 2022 through to 2024. Learn about the adjustments we made to our forecast with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.
-
Industrial Data Strength with Connor Lokar
28/07/2022 Duration: 04minThe media's doom-and-gloom pronouncements on the state of the economy cannot darken an undeniable bright spot – the industrial sector. Tune in to the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Senior Forecaster Connor Lokar to learn more! We apologize for the low quality audio of this podcast. It was recorded without our normal equipment to ensure a timely delivery of this information.
-
Interest Rates and Inflation with Brian Beaulieu
22/07/2022 Duration: 05minComing off our recent Virtual Keynote Event, ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu takes another deep dive into interest rates and inflation with the latest episode of TrendsTalk.
-
Recession Chatter vs. Data with Alan Beaulieu
15/07/2022 Duration: 07minEven though a lot of data is pointing in a positive direction, there is still a lot of talk around a coming recession. Dive into how the recession chatter compares to the data with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR President and Speaker Alan Beaulieu.
-
The Labor Market: Turnover with Lauren Saidel-Baker
08/07/2022 Duration: 04minEmployee turnover is one of the most expensive problems businesses face. But, has the turnover rate finally peaked? Learn more about the state of the current labor market with the newest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker.
-
Single-Family Housing Starts Forecast with Brian Beaulieu
01/07/2022 Duration: 07minOngoing weakness in new home sales has led us to amending our forecast for Single-Family Housing Starts. See what else contributed to this adjustment and what it means for 2023 and beyond with the latest episode of TrendsTalk with ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu.
-
Disinflation vs. Deflation with Lauren Saidel-Baker
24/06/2022 Duration: 03minInflation, disinflation, deflation: A clear understanding of these terms and what they mean for pricing will help you plan more effectively this decade. Check out our latest TrendsTalk episode with ITR Economist and Speaker Lauren Saidel-Baker to learn more.
-
Finish Strong - Book Review with Brian Beaulieu and Scott Bushkie
17/06/2022 Duration: 09minJoin us for this week’s TrendsTalk as ITR CEO and Chief Economist Brian Beaulieu sits down with Managing Partner and Founder of Cornerstone Business Services Scott Bushkie to discuss his new book “Finish Strong: Sell Your Business on Your Terms.”