The U.S. economy remains the strongest in the world, with growth outpacing most developed nations. IT spending remains strong, driven largely by the insatiable demand for artificial intelligence, which is also fueling a refresh of supporting infrastructure and applications. However, continued growth is not guaranteed. The Trump administration’s plans for tariffs, combined with many countries struggling to stay in the black, could slow U.S. growth in 2025 and beyond. In this edition of In the Margins, Channelnomics’ chief analyst Larry Walsh provides insight into current economic trends and their impact on the channel.