The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland will host an online webinar on November 5, 2025, focusing on the Business Outlook and Trends Survey (BOTS). The event is scheduled from 3:00 to 4:00 pm EST.
The BOTS is conducted twice a year by partner organizations and collects data from businesses in Ohio, eastern Kentucky, western Pennsylvania, and the northern panhandle of West Virginia. The survey covers topics such as inflation, employment, and risks to the financial system.
According to the Cleveland Fed, “We produce indicators and datasets to inform the public, policymakers, and researchers about economic conditions, including inflation, employment, and risks to the financial system.” The institution also stated that “Our research informs the public and policymakers by examining economic issues of importance to those in our local communities, across the nation, and around the world.”
The regional analysis group at the Cleveland Fed uses BOTS as a key tool for monitoring economic developments in its district. The information collected through BOTS can reveal shifts in business activity before these changes are reflected in official statistics. This helps businesses better understand current trends and provides valuable input for monetary policy decisions.
The Cleveland Fed explained that it “serves the American people as part of the US central bank,” supporting both national economic objectives and regional needs by studying local conditions. The survey’s findings help ensure that policy decisions consider unique factors affecting communities within its jurisdiction.
After a presentation on BOTS during the webinar, speakers will answer questions from attendees. Updates about this event and other public programs are available from the Cleveland Fed.
