Optimism

CFOs of Middle Market Firms See Recovery in 2021
The Economy

CFOs of Middle Market Firms See Recovery in 2021

"For some companies, growth may mean a return to pre-pandemic financial performance, but most believe the deepest hardship is over."
By Matthew Heller | January 12, 2021
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U.S. Confidence Starts to Rebound
The Economy

U.S. Confidence Starts to Rebound

Finance executives are more optimistic about the domestic economy, but they expect a slow recovery.
By Lauren Muskett | September 9, 2020
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CFO Optimism Drops to 12-Year Low
The Economy

CFO Optimism Drops to 12-Year Low

“CFOs are fighting their own war for the survival of their companies.”
By Lauren Muskett | April 15, 2020
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Execs’ Optimism About Economy Drops to 34%
The Economy

Execs’ Optimism About Economy Drops to 34%

Trade tensions and the China slowdown "have contributed to a sense of uncertainty and pessimism about the global economy," AICPA says.
By Matthew Heller | March 7, 2019
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‘Trump Bump’ Buoys CFO Optimism
Corporate Finance

‘Trump Bump’ Buoys CFO Optimism

The Duke/CFO Business Outlook Survey finds optimism among U.S. finance chiefs lifted by the election of Donald Trump.
By Josh Hyatt | February 7, 2017
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Consumer Optimism Continues Post-Election Surge
The Economy

Consumer Optimism Continues Post-Election Surge

The Conference Board's index rose to 113.7 in December from an upwardly revised 109.4 in November, topping the July 2007 high of 111.9.
By Matthew Heller | December 28, 2016
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