Debt, Rates, and Tariffs: What’s Really Driving the U.S. Economy?

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From interest rates and inflation to debt levels and trade policy, the U.S. economy is shaped by a range of interconnected forces. But which factors matter most right now — and what should we be watching in the months ahead? In this timely webinar, Professor Anne Villamil, a leading expert in macroeconomics at the University of Iowa, will break down the key forces shaping the U.S. economy right now — including the role of monetary policy, federal debt and deficits, and global trade and tariffs.

Whether you’re a business leader, investor, or simply looking to better understand today’s economy, this session delivers the clarity and context you need to make informed decisions.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Ann Brinkman Carstensen in advance at (319) 335-2705 or ann-brinkman@uiowa.edu.