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

With rate cut, inflation, how do NJ businesses feel about 2026?

Tariffs and high energy costs are giving NJ business leaders a less than optimistic outlook for 2026, though a new governor could have an impact ... Read More

A new poll finds voters souring on Trump's handling of the economy

A new NPR/PBS News/Marist Poll finds Americans deeply pessimistic about their economic outlook, with more than six in 10 saying the economy is not working for them personally. Read More

Small business optimism rises, but owners say qualified workers are still hard to find

Small business optimism rises despite ongoing labor quality concerns as well as inflation challenges, according to new NFIB data showing mixed economic signals. 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

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

Ruder Finn Survey Reveals Employee Optimism around AI amidst Economic and Workplace Concerns

Employees are concerned about the economy and the effect of workplace changes, but see AI as a force for good amongst these uncertainties. This is a primary conclusion of a report by Ruder Finn into ... Read More

US small business optimism edges up in November

US small business optimism inched up in November, as sentiment around the sales outlook surged. The numbers: The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) optimism index published on Tuesday ... Read More