wbjournal.com | December 29, 2025 | Worcester Business Journal 13
Economic Forecast 2026
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Do you plan to make
a major capital
investment in property
or equipment in 2026?
How will your business be
impacted by lower interest
rates in 2026?
No, I'm purchasing
an all-gasoline
vehicle.
No, I'm not planning
on purchasing any
vehicles next year.
Yes, a hybrid
vehicle
Yes, an
electric vehicle
2025 2024
58%
49%
27%
34%
8%
12%
7%
5%
No
55%
Yes
22%
Too soon
to tell
23%
No real
impact
42%
Somewhat
positively
36%
Very positively,
it improves our
outlook.
18%
Lower interest rates will
have a negative impact on
our business.
4%
