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2026 midyear economic update: A new era at the Fed
The second quarter brought a rapid rebound from the turbulence unleashed during Q1. Read our 2026 midyear update.
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April economic check-in: Tariff turmoil and a fiscal pickle
With a global tariff storm brewing, 2025 is proving to be a year of uncertainty and volatility. Read our current economic analysis and watch our latest webinar.
This time really is different: UMB’s 2025 economic outlook
Here, we reflect on the robust return of the financial markets in the past year and share our 2025 economic outlook.
October economic update: More uncertainty, but better news
We had an amazing ride during the third quarter of 2024. The economy is more stable, but there are still concerns about the labor market.
Does the upcoming election matter?
The upcoming election has investors asking how the results may affect their finances. Learn how elections may not impact financial planning.
Economic update April 2024: The economy keeps charging along
Here, we summarize economic factors from the first quarter of 2024 and hear how the economy is performing.
2024 economic outlook: Crosscurrents ahead
Learn how the impacts of slowing economic activity, inflation, conflict, and election uncertainty will make 2024 a challenging year for markets.
