Brunswick’s economic picture remains bright amidst concerning national trends

Brunswick’s economic picture remains bright amidst concerning national trends

BRUNSWICK, Ohio — In August, the Wall Street Journal reported a rise in household spending across the nation of 6.1% over this same time last year, up from an annual growth rate of 4.3% at the end of 2025. This “says a lot” about the overall state of the economy, according to Brunswick Community and Economic Development Director Grant Aungst at the Oct. 5 City Council economic development committee meeting.