September 15, 2026: Economic Forecast 1 CPE
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Synopsis
Drawing on over 30 years of experience in financial services, Chris Pelley — founder of Capital Investment Management and Managing Director of Pelley Connects — brings a practitioner's perspective to the economic landscape. This session examines current macroeconomic trends, market conditions, and near-term forecasts, translating complex economic data into actionable insight for investors, business leaders, and professionals. Attendees will gain a clearer picture of where the economy is headed and what it means for their financial decisions, organizational planning, and long-term strategy.
Learning Objectives:
- Interpret key economic indicators — Participants will be able to identify and explain the leading economic indicators — such as interest rates, inflation trends, and employment data — that shape the current economic outlook and influence investment and business decisions.
- Apply economic forecasts to financial planning — Participants will be able to connect macroeconomic forecasts to personal and organizational financial strategies, including portfolio positioning, risk management, and capital allocation in a shifting economic environment.
- Evaluate risks and opportunities in the current market — Participants will be able to assess the primary risks and emerging opportunities in today's economy, enabling more confident, informed decision-making aligned with both short-term conditions and long-term financial goals.
Field of study: Economics (technical)
Speaker: Chris Pelley, chris@pelleyconnects.com
Bio: Chris has been in the financial services industry for over 30 years and enjoys helping investors make better decisions. He spent 9 years working abroad for world-class financial institutions including a major Wall Street firm in London. When he returned to the U.S., he specialized in retirement planning for corporate executives in NYC. Then, Chris founded Capital Investment Management (CIMCO) with the goal of offering clients independent investment advice. In 2021, he formed Pelley Group of Apollon.