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OSU economists update 2026 forecast as growth slows, Oklahoma faces energy headwinds

The economic outlook continues to be highly uncertain as progress in reducing inflation stalls and the labor market weakens, according to a new forecast report from the Center for Applied Economic Research (CAER) at Oklahoma State University.
OSU economists update 2026 forecast as growth slows, Oklahoma faces energy headwinds
OSU economists update 2026 forecast as growth slows, Oklahoma faces energy headwinds

Wed, Jan 28, 2026

The economic outlook continues to be highly uncertain as progress in reducing inflation stalls and the labor market weakens, according to a new forecast report from the Center for Applied Economic Research (CAER) at Oklahoma State University.

Department of EconomicsDan RickmanSpears ResearchSpears School of BusinessHongbo WangCenter for Applied Economic Research
OSU economists warn of slowing U.S. and Oklahoma growth as tariffs, labor softening cloud 2026 outlook

Mon, Nov 24, 2025

The U.S. economy is entering a period of heightened uncertainty as inflation shows signs of resurging and the once-strong labor market begins to soften, according to a new forecast from OSU's Center for Applied Economic Research.

Center for Applied Economic ResearchDan RickmanDepartment of EconomicsSpears School of BusinessHongbo Wang
Economic Outlook 2025: Navigating challenges amid slowing growth

Tue, Jan 28, 2025

OSU's Center for Applied Economic Research has released its updated annual Economic Outlook for 2025, offering insights into national and Oklahoma economic trends.

Spears School of BusinessDan RickmanHongbo WangDepartment of EconomicsCenter for Applied Economic Research