All articles tagged with #2026 projections
Housing prices in 2026 are expected to rise, but the growth may be modest and potentially below inflation rates, depending on regional factors and market conditions. While some experts predict a 4% increase, others forecast only around 1-2%, influenced by increased housing inventory and sustained mortgage rates, which could limit price appreciation.
Gower Street Analytics forecasts the global box office will reach $35 billion in 2026, marking the second consecutive year of growth and the highest since 2019, driven by strong franchise releases and a recovering international market, despite some regions lagging behind pre-pandemic averages.
The Federal Reserve's latest projections indicate only one interest rate cut in 2026, a more conservative stance than market expectations of two to three cuts, reflecting diverse opinions among Fed members amid economic uncertainties and upcoming leadership changes.
The upcoming 2026 Social Security COLA is expected to be around 2.5%, but retirees face a challenging scenario due to rising inflation, outdated inflation metrics, and potentially unreliable data, which could result in benefits not keeping pace with actual living costs.