Economy News Businesses Pessimistic About Future Of Economy

Northern Va. business leaders more pessimistic about near-term future of local economy

A quarterly survey of Northern Virginia business leaders shows an increasing level of concern about the near-term future of the region's economy. Just under half the 120 business leaders surveyed - 49 ... Read More

We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.

The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going. Read More

Adults are increasingly pessimistic about economy: Survey

More than two-thirds, 68 percent, say economic conditions are getting worse, and 29 percent say they’re getting better. Those numbers reflect increasing pessimistic in the American public, after 58 ... Read More

The Economy Seems Uncertain. Here’s Why Entrepreneurs Remain Optimistic

Although small-company workplaces likely face margin pressures from higher costs generated by import tariffs, they’re still largely upbeat, with owners feeling optimistic about their business outlook. Read More

Perryman outlines challenges and optimism ahead for Permian Basin economy

Local leaders gathered Tuesday for the 42nd annual Economic Forecast Conference, where economist Dr. Ray Perryman outlined the pressures shaping the state and regional economy. The event, hosted by ... Read More

Trump address ignites hope for future as ‘gangbuster’ economy forecasted for 2026

“In 2026, we expect a more constructive US consumer backdrop, especially for middle-income Americans, given a pickup in real income growth aided by job growth, tax cuts, [and] fading tariff-related ... Read More

German Business Sentiment Weakens on More Pessimistic Outlook

Confidence among German firms worsened in November, as businesses downgraded their previous optimism of a hoped-for economic boost from the government’s spending plans. The Munich-based Ifo Institute ... Read More

Trump's economic approval hits a new low at 36%, poll finds

A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds 70% of Americans say things have become too unaffordable and have a dim outlook on the economy and President Trump's handling of it. Read More

U.S. economy speeds up after government shutdown as businesses turn more optimistic

The U.S. economy grew in November at the fastest pace in four months, new surveys showed, and businesses turned more optimistic about the future following the end of the federal government shutdown. S ... Read More

New Zealand Business Confidence Hits 30-Year High as Economic Outlook Improves

New Zealands business confidence surged sharply in December, reaching its highest level in three decades, according to the latest ANZ Bank Business Outlook survey released on Friday. The data ... Read More

German Business Sentiment Weakens on More Pessimistic Outlook — Update

Confidence among German firms worsened in November, as businesses downgraded their previous optimism of a hoped-for economic boost from the government's spending plans. The Munich-based Ifo Institute ... Read More