The Conference Board Publications http://www.conference-board.org The Conference Board Publications en-us Sat, 10 May 2025 05:05:25 UTC webmaster@conference-board.org Copyright©2025 - The Conference Board, Inc. All rights reserved. The Conference Board torch and logo are registered trademarks of The Conference Board, Inc. The Conference Board Economic Forecast for the Euro Area Economy We forecast the Euro Area real GDP to grow by 0.9% in 2025 and 1.1% in 2026, slightly lower than from a month ago. Fri, 09 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=16137 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=16137 Analyzing the US-Ukraine Minerals Deal After several months of negotiations, the US and Ukraine signed an agreement to assist with the development of some of Ukraine’s mineral resources. Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26263 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26263 Buried Leverage: Economic Risks of Dependency on Critical Minerals, Rare Earths What are the main issues that US businesses will deal with related to critical and rare earth minerals? Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26249 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26249 Policy Alert: India-UK Trade Agreement The UK and India recently reached a framework trade agreement, the UK’s largest since leaving the European Union, covering many goods but not services. Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26267 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26267 Policy Alert: UK and US Reach Agreement for Trade Deal On May 8, the UK and US announced they had reached an agreement that would form the basis of a trade deal. Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26266 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26266 Policy Alert: Repeal of Biden-era Appliance Standards Congress recently advanced a series of joint resolutions rolling back standards on some consumer and commercial appliances. Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26265 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26265 Policy Alert: Canadian Election and Bilateral Meeting with the US In a snap election on April 28, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada’s Liberal Party secured the most seats in Parliament but narrowly failed to win a majority. Thu, 08 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26264 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26264 Fed to Remain Patient amid Rising Stagflationary Risks The latest Fed communication reenforces our view that the Fed will not act pre-emptively to mitigate a projected slowdown in the economy. Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26259 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26259 China’s economy expanded by 5.4% in Q1, but faces strong headwinds China’s economy expanded by 5.4% in Q1, but faces strong headwinds Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26260 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26260 The Reimagined Workplace 2025: Managing Uncertainty Despite the current uncertainty, a majority of surveyed human capital leaders say they are facing the future with confidence. Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26237 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26237 Policy Alert: Executive Order on Promoting US Pharmaceutical Manufacturing On May 5, the President signed an Executive Order seeking to promote domestic manufacturing of prescription drugs. Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26258 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26258 Policy Alert: Administration Eliminates Federal Funding for NPR and PBS The Administration has issued an Executive Order directing the CPB Board of Directors and Federal agencies to cease all Federal funding for NPR and PBS. Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26257 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26257 The Brief—CED’s Weekly Newsletter: May 7, 2025 Your weekly Public Policy insights for what's ahead. Click below to read. Wed, 07 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26252 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26252 All at Sea: Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness A new executive order claims that overregulation and unfair trade practices have hindered the US seafood industry’s growth and global competitiveness. Tue, 06 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26250 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26250 Reporting on Reporting Lines: CEO Access Boosts CMO and CCO Influence How likely are marketing and communications leaders to report directly to the CEO? Mon, 05 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26246 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26246 In Turbulent Times, Communicators Take the Lead Over the last six months of uncertainty, communications has taken a lead role in managing the impact on business. Mon, 05 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26209 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26209 Expect Surge in E-Commerce Prices, as De Minimis Exception Ends Prices for fast fashion and some household goods in the US are expected to rise sharply, as the de minimis exemption ended on May 2. Mon, 05 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26248 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26248 Biodegradable Packaging 2.0: Innovations Provide Business with Better Options This publication covers innovations in new materials for biodegradable packaging, such as agricultural waste and seaweed. Mon, 05 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26239 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26239 Short Cuts: Consumer Confidence at a 13-Year Low—How Should Comms Respond? Weekly Insights for What's Ahead from the Marketing & Communications Center Sat, 03 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26247 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26247 Jobs Report: April Showers, Tariff Storm Looms What business leaders need to know about the latest jobs report. Fri, 02 May 2025 UTC http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26245 http://www.conference-board.org/publications/publicationdetail.cfm?publicationid=26245