"The long-term outlook for the federal budget has
worsened dramatically over the past several years, in the
wake of the 2007–2009 recession and slow recovery.
Between 2008 and 2012, financial turmoil and a severe
drop in economic activity, combined with various policies
implemented in response to those conditions, sharply
reduced federal revenues and increased spending. As a
result, budget deficits rose: They totaled $5.6 trillion in
those five years, and in four of the five years, they were
larger relative to the size of the economy than they had
been in any year since 1946. Because of the large deficits,
federal debt held by the public soared, nearly doubling
during the period. It is now equivalent to about 74 percent
of the economy’s annual output, or gross domestic
product (GDP)—a higher percentage than at any point
in U.S. history except a seven-year period around World
War II..."
Federal budget
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Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Budget and Economic Outlook: 2015-2025
"The federal budget deficit, which has fallen sharply during the past few years, is projected to hold steady relative to the size of the economy through 2018. Beyond that point, however, the gap between spending and revenues is projected to grow, further increasing federal debt relative to the size of the economy—which is already historically high..."
Budget forecasts
Budget forecasts
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
2014 National Population Projections
"The Population Projections Program produces projections of the United States resident population by age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, and nativity. The 2014 National Projections are based on the July 1, 2013 population estimates, which are based on the 2010 Census, and provide projections of the population for July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2060. The projections were produced using a cohort-component method and are based on assumptions about future births, deaths, and net international migration..."
Population projections
Population projections
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Baby Boom Cohort in the United States 2012 to 2060
"This report examines changes in the U.S. population over the coming decades, with a focus on the baby boom cohort and its future role in shaping the demographic composition of the United States. The size and structure of this population will have implications for researchers, policy makers, health care professionals, and others seeking to anticipate the influence that this
generation may have on the American landscape as they move into retirement and old age..".
Baby BoomWednesday, January 9, 2013
Projections of Education Statistics to 2021
"This edition of Projections of Education Statistics provides projections for key education statistics, including enrollment, graduates, teachers, and expenditures in elementary and secondary public and private schools, as well as enrollment and degrees conferred at postsecondary degree-granting institutions. Included are national data on enrollment and graduates for the past 15 years and projections to the year 2021... "
Projection of Education Statistics to 2021
Projection of Education Statistics to 2021
Thursday, December 13, 2012
2012 National Population Projections
"The Population Projections Program produces projections of the United States resident population by age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin. The 2012 National Projections are based on the July 1, 2011 population estimates, which are based on the 2010 Census, and provide projections of the population for July 1, 2012 to July 1, 2060. The projections were produced using a cohort-component method and are based on assumptions about future births, deaths, and net international migration. The Census Bureau releases new national projections periodically..."
National Population Projections
National Population Projections
Monday, August 27, 2012
Baseline Economic Forecast—August 2012
Find the most recent 10 year economic forecast from the U.S. Congressional Budget Office.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Employment Projections by Major Industries, 2010-2020
"Nonagricultural wage and salary employment, which accounts for more than 9 in 10 jobs in the economy, is projected to expand to 150.2 million by 2020, up from 130.4 million in 2010."
Friday, February 3, 2012
Employment Projections: 2010- 2020 Summary
"Industries and occupations related to health care, personal care and social assistance, and construction are projected to have the fastest job growth between 2010 and 2020, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Total employment is projected to grow by 14.3 percent
over the decade, resulting in 20.5 million new jobs. Despite rapid projected growth, construction is not expected to regain all of the jobs lost during the 2007-09 recession..."
over the decade, resulting in 20.5 million new jobs. Despite rapid projected growth, construction is not expected to regain all of the jobs lost during the 2007-09 recession..."
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Short‐Term Energy and Winter Fuels Outlook
"EIA projects average household heating expenditures for natural gas, propane,and heating oil will increase by 3 percent, 7 percent, and 8 percent,respectively, this winter (October 1 to March 31) compared with last winter,while electricity heating expenditures fall by less than 1 percent. Average expenditures for households that heat with oil are forecast to be higher than in
any previous winter.."
any previous winter.."
Monday, September 19, 2011
Confronting the Nation’s Fiscal Policy Challenge
Statement of Statement of Douglas W. Elmendorf, Director Congressional Budget Office before the
Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, U.S. Congress, September 13, 2011.
Statement of Statement of Douglas W. Elmendorf, Director Congressional Budget Office before the
Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, U.S. Congress, September 13, 2011.
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