More than seven years into the recovery, the economic outlook is slowly improving, tempered by risks. S&P Global Ratings’ U.S. Chief Economist Beth Ann Bovino provides a look-ahead of what’s in store for the U.S. economy for the remainder of 2016 and 2017. As upcoming U.S. elections and key global events help shape the future of the U.S. economy, how will the U.S. economy fare amidst ongoing domestic and global challenges? What do overall economic conditions signal for U.S. companies, consumers, and other key stakeholders? While there are reasons for optimism, including a private sector that is still able to spend, shifting economic tides make for a precarious outlook and will keep the Federal Reserve on its toes.