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Let's call this our 2026 prediction edition. We've made some predictions and are sharing those of others. Here's to hoping for a good 2026!
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- Here's the National Retail Federation with 5 trends and 5 predictions for 2026
- 2026 trends: AI everywhere, Walmart dominance, mall revival, GLP-1 impact, Gen Z/Alpha disruption.
- 2026 predictions: TikTok slowdown?, AI becomes standard, ChatGPT reshapes shopping, marketing tech converges.
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3. [WEBINAR] Planning for 2026 with 10 Ecommerce Finance Predictions |
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Feeling unsure how to plan for 2026? This 30-minute webinar breaks down our ecommerce finance trends and what they mean for your business.
- A clearer way to think about 2026 financial planning
- Insight into where costs, margins, and cash are under pressure
- A realistic view of AI, advertising, and emerging channels
- Practical guidance for making better decisions in a foggy economy
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[READ] Tuning In: 2026 Outlook |
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Who thought Federal Reserve Bank President's could create a musical-themed projection?
- If you're will to dig in, this is an entertaining read on what 2026 may be.
- U.S. economy remains resilient: Q3 GDP 4.3%, unemployment 4.6% (only this low 3 times since the 90s), core PCE inflation down to 2.8%.
- Tariffs raised costs, but consumers traded down; productivity gains helped businesses protect operating margins.
- 2026 risk: growth concentrated in AI and wealthy consumers; rate cuts and tax refunds support demand.
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[READ] Attempting to predict the economy in 2026
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- Forecasters disagree widely: GDP estimates range from 1.2%–2.5%, highlighting unusually high economic uncertainty.
- Goldman Sachs projects 2.6% GDP growth, boosted by $100B tax refunds and easing tariff impacts.
- J.P. Morgan still sees 35% recession risk as trade wars, weak labor demand pressure margins.
- EY expects continued K-shaped growth: wealthy consumers and AI spend; lower-income households remain under pressure.
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