CEOs Tone Down Outlook On Concerns Over Length Of Fed’s Tightening Policy
Chief Executive’s July reading of CEO confidence finds America’s chiefs growing concerned over a renewed slump in demand, driven by persistently high interest rates.
Chief Executive’s July reading of CEO confidence finds America’s chiefs growing concerned over a renewed slump in demand, driven by persistently high interest rates.
The last time the index was this high was March of 2022, amid growing hopes the Covid recovery would put business back on track.
Chief Executive’s latest poll of CEO sentiment shows economic concerns finally catching up to America’s chiefs, as an increasing number now expect demand to slow and affect their bottom line in the months ahead.
New data shows America’s CEOs are growing increasingly divided on the trajectory of the economy and what that will mean for business.
A new poll of more than 150 U.S. CEOs shows a growing number of companies abandoning hybrid and remote work despite benefits to employees, as collaboration, culture and innovation challenges persist.
CEOs’ concern about a Fed-led recession grew this month after Fed Chair Powell’s remarks to Congress, despite their stable rating of current business conditions. Still, most business chiefs still expect a soft landing.
CEOs are encouraged by the recovering market and easing inflation but remain concerned about a possible Fed-led recession. Just like last month.
Chief Executive’s latest poll finds more CEOs planning to increase prices now than six months ago, but most price hikes will be lower than before.
The highest proportion of CEOs since April 2021 is now predicting the business climate will improve over the course of the year.
Dow 36,000? Inflation calming? End of conflict in the Ukraine? DeSantis as front runner? We asked America’s CEOs for their best predictions about the coming year. Here’s what they foresee.
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Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
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