The Outlook: 2026 Housing & Economic Forecast
Tuesday, February 17 | 2:15 - 3:45 PM
OCCC - West Hall F3 - Tangerine Ballroom - Spotlight Room
What It's About
Housing affordability challenges, tariff uncertainties and an evolving economy are reshaping the building industry in 2026. Three nationally recognized economists will share their expert analysis of the U.S. economy, home sales, and construction activity, while addressing supply-side issues such as persistent labor shortages and supply chain issues. Policy dominated the forecast in 2025, will that change in 2026? Additionally, the expert panel will explore shifts in housing inventory, buyer demographics, and regional differences across the country, plus provide forecasts for home prices, single-family and multifamily starts, and remodeling trends. The session concludes with an extended Q&A to ensure your key questions are answered—equipping you with the economic clarity and foresight you need to guide your business strategy in the year ahead.
What You’ll Learn
- Understand the 2026 economic forecast for housing and construction, including the effects of tariffs, affordability pressures, and an uncertain economy.
- Explore NAHB and other key benchmark indexes that reveal strengths and weaknesses across the housing sector.
- Gain insights into whats ahead for single-family, multifamily, and remodeling activity in 2026, with regional perspectives.
- Identify ongoing challenges such as labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, shifting buyer demographics, and key policy issuesand their impact on the home building forecast and your business.
How to Attend
Participants must be registered for an Expo + Education pass. Seating for sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
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