N.C. Economic Forecast - 2026 Round Table

Companies want certainty, regardless if it is good or bad. It allows them to position their business for opportunity or protection. Having an idea of what the state’s economy will look like in the coming year helps build certainty. As we enter 2026, businesses need to consider many variables such as the economy, supply chain, inflation and much more. They need help sorting through them to find a path forward.

What will North Carolina’s economy be like in 2026? Where will growth come? How will regulation changes be dealt with? How can companies best take advantage of what is in store? How do we deal with inflation and supply shortages?

Business North Carolina and the Lundy-Fetterman School of Business have gathered a distinguished panel of experts to discuss where the state’s economy is headed. Edited excerpts of the conversation will be published in the February 2026 issue of Business North Carolina magazine as a sponsored section.

Panelist include:

• Dr. Mark Steckbeck, Lundy Chair of Free Enterprise and Associate Professor of Economics, Campbell University
• Sen. Jim Burgin, District 12
• Tony Copeland, Sr. Economic Development & Corporate Strategist, Brooks Pierce

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