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Economic Advisory Report
During uncertain times, look to MHEDA for economic data, guidance and insight. MHEDA Members have exclusive access to a FREE, quarterly report, produced by experts at ITR Economics. This report is generated specifically for MHEDA Members and provides you with clear, actionable data and insights. This is an excellent tool for you and your leadership team to utilize as you plan for shifting economic conditions. Download your report today and share with your team.
Report Highlights:
- Updated Quarterly
- FREE for MHEDA Members
- Includes data trends, moving averages and totals;
- Describes data on future demand for your products and services;
- Uncovers foresight of the expected growth and contraction in the market;
- Provides growth rate forecast for 2023, 2024 and 2025;
- Offers advice and insights for how to manage during four different Business Cycle Phases (Recovery, Accelerated Growth, Slowing Growth and Recession.)
- Includes strategic insights for leaders on seven key markets (see image below);
- And so much more!
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DSC (Distributor Statistical Comparison) Report
MHEDA’s DSC Report is a financial benchmarking study that annually provides key insights into exactly how the “high-profit firms” generate better profit numbers. It focuses intently on the three profit drivers: growth, gross margin and expenses. The report, available for Industrial Truck, Storage & Handling and Engineered Systems, provides clear evidence as to how small differences in a few areas translate directly into higher levels of profitability. The DSC Report is a summary of dealer member financial data presented in tables and graphs designed to provide a comprehensive guide for analyzing profitability. Member Cost: $500
Purchase 2023 Report (requires member login)
Podcasts
Economic Advisory Podcasts
Don’t have time to read an economic report? Listen to the podcast! In approximately 10-minutes you will hear the critical highlights of the economic report via podcast.
Economic Advisory Report: July 2023
July 25, 2023Duration: 19:34
This quarterly economic report, published by ITR Economics, features data specifically for the material handling industry to assist MHEDA members plan for the year ahead. The full detailed report is […]
MHEDA Talks: Mary Ellen Fiflis on Personal Finances & Investments
July 20, 2023Duration: 26:46
Host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge talks with Mary Ellen Fiflis of Principal® about personal finances and investments. Mary Ellen shares tips on how you can build or […]
Economic Advisory Report: April 2023
April 28, 2023
This quarterly economic report, published by ITR Economics, features data specifically for the material handling industry to assist MHEDA members plan for the year ahead. The full detailed report is […]
Economic Advisory Report: January 2023
February 1, 2023Duration: 10:54
This quarterly economic report, published by ITR Economics, features data specifically for the material handling industry to assist MHEDA members plan for the year ahead. The full detailed report is […]
Economic Advisory Report: October 2022
November 4, 2022Duration: 09:26
This quarterly economic report, published by ITR Economics, features data specifically for the material handling industry to assist MHEDA members plan for the year ahead. The full detailed report is […]
MHEDA-TV Videos
Economic Advisory Report: July 2023
July 25, 2023Duration: 19:34
This quarterly economic report, published by ITR Economics, features data specifically for the material handling industry to assist MHEDA members plan for the year ahead. The full detailed report is […]
MHEDA Talks: Mary Ellen Fiflis on Personal Finances & Investments
July 20, 2023Duration: 26:45
Host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge talks with Mary Ellen Fiflis of Principal® about personal finances and investments. Mary Ellen shares tips on how you can build or […]
Macroeconomics: B2B Capex, Inventories, and Investment Considerations
June 15, 2023Duration: 43:15
A slowing macro economy is a headwind for investment, affecting everything from capacity planning to capital expenditures and inventory levels. The pandemic-era swings in both supply and demand are calming, […]
DSC 102: What are the Results & How Do I Use in My Business
June 9, 2023Duration: 56:07
MHEDA has been dedicated to offering benchmarking resources to help members understand their profitability level and how they compare to their competition. The DSC Survey & Report is a tool […]
Macroeconomics: Commodity and Input Prices
May 11, 2023Duration: 43:38
Volatile commodity prices made it difficult for the distribution community to predict input costs and manage budgets since the start of the pandemic. The fallout of this volatility included squeezed […]
Articles from The MHEDA Journal
7 Digital Strategies Leaders Can Apply To Prosper in the Next 5 Years
September 5, 2023
These might be new skills you need to add to your leadership inventory. The good news is these are also fairly new for every other leader. You can evolve as a leader if you choose to learn and grow your digital strategy skills. And put in the hard work to get there!
What Is the SECURE 2.0 Act, and How Does It Affect Your Money?
July 31, 2023
The recent signing of the SECURE 2.0 Act into law has several provisions that may impact your retirement savings. SECURE 2.0, the sequel to the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019, offers more options for people, including near retirees and those with student loan debt, to save more for their retirement.
Turn Uncertainty to Your Competitive Advantage
June 27, 2023
If the last few years have taught us nothing else, they have taught us that our lives, our businesses, our health – things can change in a moment's notice. And every year, the pace of change seems to get faster, the challenges seem to get bigger and the marketplace becomes even more uncertain.
Money Matters: The Impact of Inflation
May 24, 2023
It is a generally accepted principle that moderate inflation is good for business. Moderate inflation has been a fact of life and the natural economic state for more than a century. For one thing, inflation is usually a sign that the economy is growing, which leads to higher demand.
ITR Economic Forecast: Brian Beaulieu Shares His Projections for 2023
March 9, 2023
As we enter 2023, Brian Beaulieu, trusted economic analysis and forecasting source, encourages MHEDA members to automate their processes and think ahead. Beaulieu also informs members about what they can expect next.