Cal State Fullerton's Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting presents an annual economic forecast each October, looking at the three-year outlook for the national, state and Orange County economies, as well as a Spring Economic Forecast each April. Additionally, periodic reports and updates are presented as relevant throughout the year. 

Past Events

31st Annual Economic Forecast Conference

Winds of Change: What Business Leaders Need to Know in the Current Environment

As tariff negotiations and global tensions persisted, markets continued to climb—even as uncertainty around inflation, trade policy, and geopolitical risk clouded the outlook. What should you have been watching as conditions evolved? The 31st Annual Economic Forecast Conference, presented in partnership with the Orange County Business Council (OCBC), was held on Oct. 30, 2025, at 11 a.m., where economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka provided forward-looking insights into the economies of Orange County, Southern California, and the world.

CSUF 2025 Economic and International Trade Forecast

Shaken and Stirred: Trumponomics, Taxes, Tariffs, Trade and Prospects for Growth

With the recent election having reshaped policy and shifted trade dynamics—potentially including new tariffs—staying informed was more important than ever. Cal State Fullerton economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka provided a midyear economic update on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Westin South Coast Plaza. The event covered the latest developments globally, nationally, in California, and in Orange County, offering insights into the evolving economic landscape.

OCBC/CSUF 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference

As one of the most unpredictable U.S. presidential elections unfolded, with the Fed poised to lower interest rates and geopolitical tensions at their highest since the Cold War, uncertainty looms large across the equity, housing and job markets. What does this mean for you and your business? At the 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference, presented in partnership with the Orange County Business Council (OCBC), economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka shared valuable insights on the economies of Orange County, Southern California and the world. They addressed key topics like election uncertainty, the Middle East conflict, housing prices, unemployment and the rise of AI. For full insights into these critical trends shaping the future, read the full report.

CSUF 2024 Economic and International Trade Forecast: SoCal, the US and Beyond

In today's ever-changing times, getting the latest low down on the economy is a must for professionals, policymakers and leaders. Cal State Fullerton economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka provided a midyear update on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at the Westin South Coast Plaza. The event covered the latest developments globally, nationally, in California and in Orange County.

29th Annual Economic Forecast Conference

Cal State Fullerton economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka hosted the 29th Annual Economic Forecast Conference at the Disneyland Hotel on Oct. 19, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. This highly anticipated conference offered critical economic indicator insight to the leading business, government and academic leaders in Orange County. This event was co-presented with Orange County Business Council.