Alan BeaulieuHomeVaried Leading Indicators Increase Downside RisksMixed signals from leading economic indicators make it hard to predict when deceleration in the U.S. economy will abate, but positive signs lead ITR Economics to maintain its positive outlook for the economy in 2016.November 12, 2015HomeGlobal Economies Face HeadwindsThe first half of 2015 has been difficult, but a renewed rising trend is expected to take hold in 2016.October 6, 2015HomeGrowth Slowing, but No Need to PanicIndustrial production growth is slowing down, but if you’ve been paying attention to ITR’s advice, there’s no need to panic.August 10, 2015HomeStrong U.S. Dollar Puts Pressure on MarketThe world’s largest, most resourceful and vibrant economy is shifting onto the back of the U.S. consumer. The American consumer seems poised to do the heavy lifting.June 3, 2015HomeManufacturing Surges in Bright U.S. EconomyThough leading indicators are beginning to trend lower, the U.S. economy continues to shine. Develop aggressive strategies for growth, and invest in process, equipment and people to meet increasing demand.March 21, 2015HomeOil, Oil, Toil and Trouble? Or a Timely Stimulus?Falling oil prices have both positive and negative effects, but the U.S. economy is not expected to follow other countries into a recession.February 3, 2015HomeNo Signs of Trouble for U.S. EconomyInstead of listening to the headlines about Ebola, the stock market, European recession, ISIS and oil prices, prepare for increasing activity in business.November 18, 2014HomeCommencement 2014: Avoid the NoiseAs Elon Musk advised graduates recently, focus on signal over noise. Growth will slow, but now is the time for aggressive planning and preparation.September 18, 2014HomePay Little Attention to Those GDP HeadlinesThough U.S. GDP fell significantly in the first quarter, the Institute for Trend Research views this more as expected slowdown rather than another recession.July 3, 2014HomeU.S. Economy Sees Continued ImprovementWith borrowing costs still low and markets strengthening, businesses need to prepare for increasing activity going forward.May 12, 2014Page 1 of 6Next PageTop StoriesRoboticsSmart Instruments Change Operations for the BetterOccidental Petroleum, Wildfire Energy, and Gore Nitrogen show how the ability to take multiple measurements with a single device make smart instruments a natural for enhancing real-time decision making.ControlChecklist for Short-Duration Cutover SuccessSupply Chain ManagementThe Next Phase of Supply Chain is Here. Are You Ready?Business IntelligenceIndustry Shapes the Future of AutomationSponsor ContentAn eye on everything – the vision sensor for robotics applications
