Updated Publications
September 22, 2026
State Economic Forecast
New England entered 2026 with uneven momentum, but financial services, defense manufacturing, health care, and productivity gains are helping offset headwinds from higher energy prices and tighter financial conditions. We expect regional economic growth of 2.0% in 2026, led by Massachusetts and New Hampshire, before slowing to 1.7% in 2027. Aging demographics, reduced immigration, and continued domestic outmigration are restraining labor force growth, which should keep the labor market tight despite muted hiring. Tight inventories continue to support home values, although affordability pressures should slow price growth from 3.5% in 2026 to 2.7% in 2027.
August 19, 2026
Questions? We've Got Answers: Addressing Issues Impacting the Economic and Financial Outlook
The global economy and financial markets continue to be shaped by the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, the AI investment boom, and shifts in U.S. tariff policy. This quarter's Q&A explores how these forces are influencing the economic outlook, from energy-market risks and AI-related financial vulnerabilities to rising bond yields and evolving expectations for monetary policy. We also explore the durability of U.S. economic outperformance, and the resilience of labor markets and household finances.










