Chapman University is unveiling its 2026 U.S. Economic Forecast, providing valuable clarity during a period of significant economic uncertainty. Scheduled for Thursday, December 11 at the Musco Center for the Arts, this exclusive event will bring together business executives and investors seeking forward-looking analysis on the nation’s financial trajectory.\n\nJim Doti, president emeritus and the Rick Muth Family Chair in Economics, will join Raymond Sfeir, professor and director of the Anderson Center for Economic Research as well as the A. Gary Anderson Chair for Economic Analysis, and Fadel Lawandy, director of the Hoag Center for Real Estate Finance and the Janes Financial Center and clinical associate professor of Real Estate and Finance, to deliver a comprehensive review of 2025’s economic performance and project key trends for the coming year.\n\nThe panel will explore pivotal questions shaping the economic outlook, including whether inflation will exceed 3% or align more closely with the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. Attendees will hear Lawandy’s perspective on evolving investment approaches, assess the potential direction of mortgage rates, and evaluate whether California and Orange County’s housing markets are nearing a substantial rebound. Additional topics include the performance of advanced industries in these regions compared to national competitors and identification of high-potential metropolitan areas for real estate and business investment across the United States.\n\nHosted by Chapman’s A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research, the forecast has built a national reputation over nearly 50 years for precision and dependability. Frequently ranked among top contributors to the Blue Chip Economic Indicators survey, Chapman’s projections on GDP growth, unemployment levels, and housing dynamics are widely respected for their accuracy.\n\nThis event offers a rare opportunity to gain insights directly from leading economists recognized for their foresight. Registration is now open for those aiming to anticipate upcoming economic shifts and strategically position themselves for the challenges and opportunities of 2026.\n— news from Chapman Newsroom\n\n— News Original —\nGain Economic Insights for 2026 at Chapman University’s Economic Forecast\nChapman’s 2026 U.S. Economic Forecast is here, offering clarity amid one of the most unpredictable economic landscapes in decades. Business leaders and investors will gain critical insights into the year ahead during a special presentation on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Musco Center for the Arts. \n\nJim Doti, president emeritus and the Rick Muth Family Chair in Economics, along with Raymond Sfeir, professor and director of the Anderson Center for Economic Research and the A. Gary Anderson Chair for Economic Analysis, and Fadel Lawandy, director of the Hoag Center for Real Estate Finance and the Janes Financial Center and clinical associate professor of Real Estate and Finance, will draw on their deep expertise to analyze the key economic indicators from 2025 and share informed projections for 2026. \n\nAs Chapman’s experts make sense of all the moving parts, key questions that will be addressed include: \n\nWill inflation push past 3% or move closer to the Fed’s goal of 2%? \n\nWhat will Chapman’s financial guru Fadel Lawandy have to say about investment strategies? \n\nWill mortgage rates drop? \n\nIs housing on the cusp of a meaningful recovery in California and Orange County? \n\nHow are advanced industries doing in California and Orange County versus the competition? \n\nWhat are the hot metro areas to invest in the U.S.? \n\nPresented by Chapman’s A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research, this forecast has earned a national reputation for accuracy and reliability over nearly five decades. Consistently ranking among the top Blue Chip survey participants, Chapman’s Economic Forecast is celebrated for its precise projections on GDP growth, unemployment, and housing trends. \n\nDon’t miss your chance to stay ahead of economic shifts and hear directly from some of the nation’s most trusted forecasters. Register now to secure your seat at Chapman University’s 2026 Economic Forecast and prepare for the opportunities and challenges the new year will bring.
