Gary A. Wagner

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Political Economy

Louisiana Economic Activity Forecast (LEAF) Reports


The Louisiana Economic Activity Forecast (LEAF) Report is a quarterly report that provides analysis and economic projections for statewide employment, unemployment rate, home prices, and gross domestic product (GDP). Separate employment forecasts are also provided for each of the state’s nine metropolitan statistical areas. 

The report is widely used by banks, economic development agencies, and other business organizations. 
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2024 Reports

2023 Reports

2022 Reports

2021 Reports

2020 Reports