The Real Economy has expanded its reach with a new Canadian edition. In the inaugural issue of The Real Economy, Canada, RSM Chief Economist Joseph Brusuelas closely examines the primary drivers of growth for 2019, which include modest consumer spending, government expenditures, and an economy ... READ MORE >
The Real Economy, April edition, is out now!
In his 2019 economic forecast, RSM US Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas made the case that trade policy was the greatest risk to the global and domestic economic outlook. At the time, he expected passage of the North American Free Trade Agreement modernization by Congress early in the year and a possible roll ... READ MORE >
RSM’s Brusuelas tells CNBC less than zero chance of Fed rate hike in 2019
RSM Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas on Tuesday discussed the Federal Reserve's economic policy plan for 2019 with CNBC's Steve Liesman. For more economic insights, visit RSM's website, and subscribe to The Real Economy Blog above. ... READ MORE >
RSM’s Joe Brusuelas talks GDP and economic outlook with Bloomberg radio
Despite a slowing economy, RSM Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas tells Bloomberg radio that "a recession is just not in the cards this year" unless the administration or the Federal Reserve "makes a major mistake." Brusuelas was responding to questions about a March 22 inversion of the yield curve, a ... READ MORE >
Section 232 automotive tariffs and their impact on Europe
Under section 232 of The Trade Expansion Act of 1962, The Trump administration has the authority to impose tariffs on automotive imports from the UK, the European Union and Asia. On Feb. 17, the Commerce Department delivered a report on whether the import of these products poses a threat to U.S. ... READ MORE >
Brexit and the middle market: What comes next?
From stress testing balance sheets to considering alternative supply chains, RSM Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas gives an update on the outlook for middle market companies following the UK's planned departure from the European Union. He is interviewed by Simon Hart, Lead Brexit Partner, RSM UK. ... READ MORE >
RSM US Middle Market Business Index tumbles in Q1–Joe Brusuelas decodes the drop
https://youtu.be/6crNGIjhCT8 The RSM US Middle Market Business Index tumbled to 124.1 from 132 in the first quarter. Declines in current conditions, expected outlook for the economy and capital expenditures should be interpreted by policymakers as a signal that the “uncertainty tax” generated by the ... READ MORE >
Cyberthreats for middle market companies are increasing–RSM MMBI Survey
Unauthorized users will attempt to access proprietary data at more than half of the middle market businesses polled by the proprietary RSM US Middle Market Business Index survey in the first quarter—up significantly from 47 percent in 2018—illustrating that companies continue to battle the moving target ... READ MORE >
The March edition of The Real Economy is out now
The prospect of Britain’s departure from the European Union has created uncertainty in the economy and volatility in financial markets. Disruptions to the UK supply chain—a system built over decades within a European common market—will ultimately create losses for consumers through higher prices and ... READ MORE >
Brexit’s impact on currency movement: RSM’s chief economist explores this topic
RSM US Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas discusses the impact of Brexit on the British pound with Simon Hart, RSM UK lead Brexit partner. "I don't think the U.K. can afford to wait," says Brusuelas about the need for a resolution to Britain's impending withdrawal from the European Union. "They need to act ... READ MORE >