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SUMMARY:Economic Update
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DESCRIPTION:Economic Update\n\n02/26/26 12:00 PM EST\n - 02/26/26 01:00 PM EST\Description:\nAs 2026 begins, the Twin Engines of Growth—liquidity and productivity—are propelling the U.S. economy forward, while the bond market sets the pace by shaping inflation expectations and long‑term rates.\n\nThis is a year to seize early opportunities: focus on effective pricing for both high-income and low-income households, refinance balance sheets, and invest in technology-driven efficiency and cash‑producing AI infrastructure. Expect liquidity to increase in the first half, but remember, the “sugar high” will fade if inflation remains sticky or fiscal credibility falters. This year will likely bring broad economic growth early on, followed by a reality check later, so it’s important to structure your business and investment strategies to thrive whether growth accelerates or slows.\n\nDiscover insightful perspectives on:\n\n\n	What’s ahead for the U.S. economy\n	Global economic trends\n	The impact of AI infrastructure\n	The shifting real estate market\n	How labor continues to affect the restaurant, franchise, and hospitality industry\n	The aftermath of tariffs on manufacturing and distribution\n	This year’s M&A cycle\n	And more\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday, February 26, 2026\nTime: 12:00 pm - 1:00pm\nLocation: Live Webinar\nSpeakers: Simeon Wallis, CFA, Chief Investment Officer and Partner, Aprio Wealth Management \nBenefit: 1 CPE credit\nCost: Free for members, Guests pay $25\n\Location:\nLive Virtual Session\n\n,
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Economic Update<br /><br />02/26/26 12:00 PM EST - 02/26/26 01:00 PM EST<br />Description:<br /><p>As 2026 begins, the Twin Engines of Growth&mdash;liquidity and productivity&mdash;are propelling the U.S. economy forward, while the bond market sets the pace by shaping inflation expectations and long‑term rates.</p>

<p>This is a year to seize early opportunities: focus on effective pricing for both high-income and low-income households, refinance balance sheets, and invest in technology-driven efficiency and cash‑producing AI infrastructure. Expect liquidity to increase in the first half, but remember, the &ldquo;sugar high&rdquo; will fade if inflation remains sticky or fiscal credibility falters. This year will likely bring broad economic growth early on, followed by a reality check later, so it&rsquo;s important to structure your business and investment strategies to thrive whether growth accelerates or slows.</p>

<p>Discover insightful perspectives on:</p>

<ul>
	<li>What&rsquo;s ahead for the U.S. economy</li>
	<li>Global economic trends</li>
	<li>The impact of AI infrastructure</li>
	<li>The shifting real estate market</li>
	<li>How labor continues to affect the restaurant, franchise, and hospitality industry</li>
	<li>The aftermath of tariffs on manufacturing and distribution</li>
	<li>This year&rsquo;s M&amp;A cycle</li>
	<li>And more</li>
</ul>

<p><br />
Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026<br />
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00pm<br />
Location: Live Webinar<br />
Speakers: Simeon Wallis, CFA, Chief Investment Officer and Partner, Aprio Wealth Management&nbsp;<br />
Benefit: 1 CPE credit<br />
Cost: Free for members, Guests pay $25</p>
<br />Location:<br />Live Virtual Session<br /><br />,  
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