Midwest GDP growth falls below 1% in 2028 due to Gen X outmigration

The Midwest's 6.2% Gen X decline since 2020 accelerates outmigration, reducing skilled labor and consumer spending. GDP growth will slip to 0.8% in 2028, the weakest among U.S. regions.

macro · Prediction Market

Implied probability (Yes)

70%

Closes

2026-10-05