The global economy is slowing — but is it a recession, stagflation, or just a soft patch? In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Steve Odland speaks with Erik Lundh, Senior Global Economist at The Conference Board, about the latest forecast for the US and world economies.
They break down:
Why US growth in 2025 will feel sluggish
The role of tariffs, inflation, and labor markets
Outlooks for Europe, China, India, and beyond
The Fed’s next moves on interest rates
How “gray swans” and AI could reshape the decade ahead
This episode was recorded on September 16, 2025.
For more from The Conference Board:
Global Forecast Update
Global Gray Swans Tool
The Economic Outlook—Storms or Sunshine Ahead?