Economy News Businesses Pessimistic About Future Of Economy

German Business Sentiment Weakens on More Pessimistic Outlook

Confidence among German firms worsened in November as the Ifo Institute’s business-climate index edged down to 88.1 from 88.4 in October. Read More

Now four in five Scots businesses are pessimistic about the future amid stagnating economy

The vast majority of Scottish businesses expect to see weak growth over the next year following a slump in confidence about the future. New research by the Fraser of Allander Institute found that four ... Read More

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

Small business optimism takes a step back as uncertainty eases

The National Federal of Independent Business (NFIB) small business optimism index declined by 0.6 point in October to 98.2, but remained above its 52-year average of 98. The ... Read More

Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows

Study reveals only 21% of middle-income Americans expect better finances next year, down from 33% in 2020, as inflation creates widespread pessimism. Read More

Perryman outlines challenges and optimism ahead for Permian Basin economy

At the 42nd annual Economic Forecast Conference in Odessa, Dr. Ray Perryman broke down uncertainty, growth, and why the basin remains poised for long-term strength. Read More

Mass. business owners’ pessimistic view of economy worsened in September

Massachusetts’ business confidence was once again on the decline in September as the state’s Business Confidence Index has experienced oscillating scores this past year, changing directions on almost ... Read More

Consumer confidence recovering as economic growth softens

Consumer confidence is beginning to recover after a slump over the past few months, while economists forecast a softening of growth in 2026. Read More

Optimism Amid Challenges: U.S. Economic Recovery and Future Growth Prospects

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed optimism about U.S. economic growth prospects despite challenges like the 43-day government shutdown and inflation. Bessent emphasized tax cuts and easing ... Read More

Americans aren’t worried about the government shutdown. But they remain pessimistic about the cost of living and weak hiring

Washington (CNN) — Persistent worries about the higher cost of living and few job opportunities pushed consumer sentiment down to its seventh-lowest level on records going back to 1952. Consumer ... Read More

Business leaders discuss the future of DC with an eye on the Commanders stadium at RFK

Alex Orfinger, publisher of the Washington Business Journal, met recently with community business leaders to discuss complexities of building a new stadium, as well as opportunities for growth and ... Read More