Washington Economy Watch provides local business and government leaders with a consistent analysis of Greater Washington’s regional economy to ensure they are equipped with the information needed to make informed decisions regarding the future development of the region’s economy.
Current Report
Region’s Economy Continues to Stabilize
While the Washington Area Coincident Index contracted 3.0% from May 2025 to May 2026, the declines have been moderating after reaching -6.1% in January 2026. Looking forward, the Washington Area Employment Forecast anticipates that month-over-year employment losses will continue to moderate before turning positive in December and January. The overall picture is that the Washington Area’s economy is stabilizing after a historic shock impacting the region far worse than peer regions around the country.
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