About the Center for Business and Economic Research

The Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER), formerly the Bureau of Business Research, has been working with businesses for more than 30 years. Economic policy research, national, state, and local forecasting, and data analysis are just a few of the services that make us a trusted resource to the communities we serve.

Services 

Research—The CBER research team performs customized studies for businesses, state and local government, federal agencies, local and regional economic developers, and business associations.  Research in the center focuses on a broad range of topics, from health care and public finance to regional economics, transportation, and energy sector studies.

Data and Analysis—We offer easy to use, up-to-date data, accessible online 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.  Our clear, comprehensive and timely analysis makes local, state, and national public policy issues accessible to the public.

Forecasting—We hold quarterly economic forecasting events in Indianapolis and Muncie, Ind.  In addition to local, state, and national economic forecasts, we also produce an annual labor market forecast for the state and Regions 5 & 6, and a series of industry-specific forecasts.

Surveys—The CBER staff can assist in the development, distribution and analysis of electronic, on-site or telephone surveys.

Home of Award-Winning Publications

The CBER publications staff has been recognized for excellence in graphic design and produces the national journal American Journal of Business.