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CEO confidence hits highest point in 3 years: Survey

American CEOs showed increased optimism, with a nine-point rise to a score of 60—the highest in three years, indicating a shift to more confident attitudes.
While CEOs expressed optimism about economic conditions, a majority still indicated no changes to capital spending plans in the coming year, according to a poll from the National Federation of Independent Business .
Concerns about business risks have eased, with fewer executives ranking various risks, including regulatory uncertainty and supply chain disruptions, as high-impact in the first quarter of 2025.
Challenges remain as NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg highlighted ongoing hiring difficulties and fewer businesses planning capital investments for the coming months.

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DNyuz

CEO Confidence in Economy Soars to 3-Year High With Trump in Office

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Newsweek

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The Epoch Times

US CEO Confidence Increases Sharply From Cautious Optimism to Confident Optimism

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