As businesses look toward the rest of 2026, understanding big-picture economic trends is essential for strategic planning. To help our clients prepare for what's ahead, Bank of Utah recently sat down with Tim Mahedy, founder and chief economist of Access/Macro.
In This Episode
Tim shares his expertise on the signals the data is sending and how business leaders can interpret them to make practical decisions. He brings an engaging, practical style to complex topics, making them clear and accessible for business and community leaders. Listen to learn about:
- The State of the Economy: An analysis of whether today’s economy is on solid footing.
- Tariffs and Trade: Insights into the current tariff landscape and how it potentially impacts local businesses.
- Inflation and Pricing: A look at inflation trends and what they mean for your costs.
- Interest Rates: Key indicators to watch as the year unfolds.
Listen to the Podcast
More About Tim Mahedy
Tim Mahedy is a renowned economist known for bringing global trends down to earth. As the keynote speaker for Bank of Utah’s 2026 Annual Economic Forecast events, he provides actionable insights for the Utah business community. Bank of Utah is proud to host these forecast events in collaboration with the Ogden-Weber Chamber, Cache Valley Chamber, Davis Chamber and Utah Valley Chamber.
Join Us for the Economic Event
Want to hear more from Tim and connect with your peers? Join us at one of our upcoming forecast events across the state. Contact your bank representative for an invitation.
