PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota’s financial outlook looks solid through 2026. That’s according to presentations given to the legislature’s Joint Appropriations Committee on Wednesday. The latest data shows growth in consumer spending and investment earnings, which is helping keep things on track financially. The state expects nearly $2.7 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2025, fueled by economic growth. In FY 2026, the state is projecting around $2.5 billion in revenue, with sales and use taxes bringing in just over $1.4 billion. Investment earnings are expected to jump by 96%. The appropriations committee will keep working on the general appropriations bill throughout the 38-day legislative session.