I. Introduction
Dr. Joey Vonman is introduced as a research economist from the Garland School of Business at USC.
He frames his research as using economic data to help businesses make strategic decisions.
He states that understanding the market environment is crucial for strategic decisions.
The presentation will cover the economic landscape in January 2025, how it got there, major changes in the economy over the past year, and expectations for 2025.
Three methods of evaluation will be used: perception, performance, and expectations.
II. Three Methods of Evaluation
The three methods are introduced as:
Economic perception: How people feel about the economy.
Economic performance: Objec...