economic outlook Archives - CFO

CFOs Expect Higher Costs May Last Through 2022

CFOs Expect Higher Costs May Last Through 2022

The overwhelming majority (about 80%) of respondents to The CFO Survey are raising prices rather than absorbing the increases.

By Vincent Ryan | December 2, 2021

Executive Optimism Hits Three-Year High

Executive Optimism Hits Three-Year High

“What we’re seeing is a broad expectation that things will really open up in the second half of the year."

By Matthew Heller | June 3, 2021

Stimulus Checks, Vaccines Fuel Executive Optimism

Stimulus Checks, Vaccines Fuel Executive Optimism

An AICPA survey finds "a resurgent sense of optimism about the economy overall, despite the deep pain that remains in key sectors and industries."

By Matthew Heller | March 4, 2021

Execs Fear Harm Without Further Economic Aid

Execs Fear Harm Without Further Economic Aid

But even amid the current surge in COVID-19 cases, an AICPA survey found executives had an improved outlook on the U.S. economy.

By Matthew Heller | December 10, 2020

Business Optimism Rebounds From Virus Shock

Business Optimism Rebounds From Virus Shock

"We’re digging out of a very deep hole of pessimism. Comparisons are still tracking with the years immediately following the Great Recession."

By Matthew Heller | September 3, 2020

Global CFOs Still Bullish on America — So Far

Global CFOs Still Bullish on America — So Far

Growing protectionist views in the United States threaten to upset the economic status quo, Zurich finds.

By Dalynn Hoch | May 3, 2018

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Hits 14-Year High

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Hits 14-Year High

The gain reflected a surge in confidence among lower-income households that have benefited from the GOP's tax cuts.

By Matthew Heller | March 19, 2018

62% of Execs See Business Growth in Next Year

62% of Execs See Business Growth in Next Year

The AICPA finds economic optimism has stabilized, with profit expectations and employment also showing strength in the third quarter.

By Matthew Heller | September 2, 2016

Executives Down on Growth Prospects for 2016

Executives Down on Growth Prospects for 2016

Those polled by AICPA expect lower revenue and profit growth next year, reflecting rising concern about economic conditions and domestic competition.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | December 4, 2015

Finding Qualified Job Candidates Getting Tougher

Finding Qualified Job Candidates Getting Tougher

Nearly half of CFOs and others who responded to an AICPA survey said competition for good candidates has increased.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | September 16, 2015

Tax Breaks Gridlock Weighs on CFOs

Tax Breaks Gridlock Weighs on CFOs

A new survey says indecision over a bill to extend more than 50 tax breaks is contributing to CFOs' uncertainty about growth.

By Matthew Heller | August 27, 2015

The Problems of Prosperity

Workplace Issues

The Problems of Prosperity

The latest Duke/CFO Global Business Outlook Survey finds U.S. finance executives searching for the best ways to leverage the strengthening economy.

By David W. Owens | April 30, 2015

3rd-Quarter Economic Outlook: U.S. Stronger, Latin America Weaker

3rd-Quarter Economic Outlook: U.S. Stronger, Latin America Weaker

The latest Duke/CFO survey reveals more confidence in the U.S., less confidence in Latin America, and greater concern about regulation

By David W. Owens | September 9, 2014

Muddling Through

Muddling Through

CFOs continue to hire but are less optimistic, according to the latest Duke/&splt;i>CFO&splt;/i> Business Outlook Survey.

By Kate O'Sullivan | August 1, 2012

Have We Reached the End of the Tunnel?

Have We Reached the End of the Tunnel?

CFO optimism matches prerecession levels, and hiring plans gain steam.

By Kate O'Sullivan | April 15, 2012