Montpelier, VT (October 16, 2025) – The Vermont Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with NBT Bank, will host the next Economic Insights webinar on Thursday, November 6, offering Vermont businesses timely, data-driven analysis of the forces shaping today’s economy.

The session will feature Kenneth J. Entenmann, CFA®, Chief Investment Officer and Economist at NBT Wealth Management, who will share his expert analysis of both national and Vermont specific economic trends. Entenmann will examine how inflation, interest rates, and ongoing fiscal uncertainty could affect Vermont’s economy, offering business leaders the context and clarity they need to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing environment.

“At NBT Bank, we know that sound decisions start with strong information,” said Dan Werme, NBT Bank’s Regional President of Vermont. “Through this partnership with the Vermont Chamber, we’re helping business leaders across the state access timely insights that make sense of national trends, translate them into local action and continue driving the economic vitality of our communities.”

“Through this series, the Vermont Chamber is helping businesses cut through the noise and understand what national and state level trends mean for Vermont’s economy,” said Amy Spear, President of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. “By partnering with NBT Bank, we’re delivering analysis that is clear, actionable, and directly relevant to Vermont businesses.”

What participants can expect from the November 6 session:

• Federal Government Shutdown Impacts:What national fiscal uncertainty could mean for Vermont businesses.
• Inflation and Interest Rates:How Federal Reserve policy is shaping borrowing costs and investment decisions.
• Consumer Spending Trends:Insights into national patterns and what they signal for Vermont’s service and tourism economy.
• Labor Market Dynamics:The latest employment data and its implications for Vermont employers.
• Energy and Business Costs:Understanding the market forces driving price volatility and how it impacts operations locally.

The Economic Insights webinar series is part of the Vermont Chamber’s ongoing commitment to advancing the state’s economy through advocacy, community, and resources. Each session delivers clear, data-informed strategies to help businesses remain resilient and responsive amid changing economic conditions.

Registration is free and open to all Vermont businesses. Register here. Attendees are encouraged to share questions or topic ideas in advance to help shape the conversation.