Economic Analysis and Forecasting

Welcome to the Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting

The Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting issues economic forecasts and analyses at the national and regional level, provides policy advice on economic issues, and conducts related research. The center undertakes independent studies, engaging in sponsored research with private and public entities. Many of the center's activities are structured to allow for the participation of graduate and undergraduate students at Cal State Fullerton.

Latest Reports

Orange County Business Expectations Survey, OCBX 3rd Quarter 2024
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	Orange County Business Expectations Survey, OCBX 3rd Quarter 2024 (pdf) By: Anil K. Puri, Ph.D. The overall index, OCBX, for the 3rdquarter of 2024...

Spring Economic Forecast | STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN: Will the U.S. Economy Continue to Outperform? Outlook for Growth and Inflation amidst Rising Risks
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	Spring Economic Forecast \| STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN: Will the U.S. Economy Continue to Outperform? Outlook for Growth and Inflation amidst Rising Risks (pdf) By: Anil K. Puri, Ph.D. and Mira Farka, Ph.D. Consumer price index (CPI) inflation has declined from a 40-year high of 9.1% in June 2022 to a current 3.5%....

2024 International Trade Forecasts Report
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	2024 International Trade Forecasts By: Mira Farka, Ph.D. and Adrian R. Fleissig, Ph.D. The traditional vision of global interconnectedness is being replaced by a world of cliques and walls. Trade and business relations are further strengthened between countries....

Orange County Business Expectations Survey, OCBX 1st Quarter 2024
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	Orange County Business Expectations Survey, OCBX 2nd Quarter 2024 (pdf) By: Anil K. Puri, Ph.D. The overall index, OCBX, for the 2nd quarter of 2024...