The director and chief economist of the Center for Regional Economic Research (CRER) appeared as a guest on TalkRadio 102.3’s morning show, “Jed and JR in the Mornings,” to discuss current economic conditions. The conversation covered both concerns and reassuring trends in the economy during the holiday season. Topics included consumer spending patterns, inflation outlooks, and employment data, offering listeners a balanced perspective on what economic indicators suggest for the near future. n nThe full interview can be accessed through the provided link, where the expert elaborates on factors that may or may not warrant public concern amid seasonal economic fluctuations.
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12/8/25: The Economy During the Holidays
CRER director and chief economist was a guest on TalkRadio 102.3’s Jed and JR in the Mornings. They talked about the state of the economy and things to be worried and not worried about. n nListen to the conversation here.