The Financial Forecast Center™
Since 1997
| Month | Date | Forecast Value | Avg Error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Jul 2026 | 5.22 | ±0.00 |
| 1 | Aug 2026 | 5.40 | ±0.49 |
| 2 | Sep 2026 | 4.30 | ±0.57 |
| 3 | Oct 2026 | 3.50 | ±0.62 |
| 4 | Nov 2026 | 4.80 | ±0.66 |
| 5 | Dec 2026 | 3.70 | ±0.68 |
| 6 | Jan 2027 | 2.90 | ±0.71 |
| 7 | Feb 2027 | 3.00 | ±0.72 |
| 8 | Mar 2027 | 2.30 | ±0.74 |
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| August 19, 2026 | |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7707.98 |
| U.S. GDP Growth, YoY % | 2.10 |
| U.S. Inflation Rate, % | 3.30 |
| Gold Price, $/oz-t | 4521.40 |
| Crude Oil Futures, $/bbl | 84.35 |
| U.S. 10 Year Treasury, % | 4.65 |
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