CEOs Shrug Off Market Correction, Coronavirus As Short-Term Issues In Early-March Poll
Chief Executive Group's March survey finds CEOs remain confident about 2020 and beyond. They say reaction to coronavirus is overblown and economic indicators don’t give any reason to panic—yet.
CEO Optimism Surges in February, But So Do Election Worries
As one CEO put it: “Everything involved with the economy is dependent upon who is elected POTUS in November.”
CEOs Shrug Off Turmoil In Washington As Optimism For 2020 Continues To Rise
In spite of impeachment and ongoing tariffs, CEO confidence rises to the highest level recorded since last May.
CEOs Fear Washington Instability Could Trigger 2020 Recession
Political uncertainty, ongoing tariffs and scarcity of talent are forcing CEOs to delay investments and play it safe—at least for now.
Despite Political Uncertainty, Most CEOs Remain Optimistic About Business Climate For 2020
The failure to reach a deal with China is concerning, but overall, outlook remains positive, particularly among midsize and small-business CEOs.
CEOs Find Renewed Optimism Amid Disruption in Washington
CEO confidence in business conditions over the coming year has rebounded to January levels, although some note anxiety over the pending election.
Washington Politics Cramps CEO Confidence In October Poll
Chief Executive’s October polling of CEOs found confidence in both the current and future business environment stagnating amid heightened political and economic uncertainty at...
U.S. CEOs Don’t Expect A Recession Anytime Soon
CEOs say they are still concerned with the volatility and uncertainty of global and domestic politics but find confidence in stable macroeconomic fundamentals and remain hopeful for progress on China-U.S. trade talks.
CEO Confidence Plunges In August Amid Growing Trade Worries And Slowdown Fears
CEO confidence in future business conditions fell 6% in August from July, according to Chief Executive’s most recent polling. At 6.2 out of 10 on our 1-10 scale, confidence is at its lowest level since October 2016.
CEOs Slow Spending Amid Uncertainty
The majority of the 255 CEOs we surveyed for our CEO Confidence Index said they are no longer planning on increasing capital expenditures or headcount over the coming year.
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CEO Optimism Falls To 12-Month Low In October
Chief Executive’s latest reading of CEO sentiment shows growing number of CEOs disillusioned with short-term economic recovery, as list of issues disrupting business continues to grow.