Bank of Utah recently hosted a podcast featuring Tim Mahedy, the founder and chief economist of Access/Macro, to discuss economic trends for 2026. The discussion aimed to provide business and community leaders with insights to assist in strategic planning.
During the podcast, Mahedy discussed various economic signals and how business leaders can interpret them for practical decision-making. Topics covered included the current state of the economy, inflation trends, and interest rate indicators. Mahedy also provided insights into the tariff landscape and its potential impact on local businesses.
Mahedy has served as the keynote speaker for Bank of Utah's 2026 Annual Economic Forecast events. These events are held in collaboration with the Ogden-Weber Chamber, Cache Valley Chamber, Davis Chamber, and Utah Valley Chamber.