Economic indicators

The number of CFOs who say now is a good time to take greater risks plummeted to 33% in the second quarter, down from 60% in Q1, according to a Deloitte survey.

U.S. accountants who advise small and midsized businesses are feeling less confident this year, according to a new survey.

Senior finance executives are feeling less optimistic about their business expansion plans as tariff worries increase in the U.S. and other parts of the world.

Some Americans are changing their financial behaviors and delaying purchases based on their feelings about their financial situation, according to a survey by the AICPA.

CPA business executives' outlook on the U.S. economy appears to be dimming, thanks to inflation and growing worry over tariffs, says a AICPA & CIMA survey.

The world economy is poised for "reasonable, but not particularly exciting" growth, yet uncertainties abound, according to a new report.

Financial executives are eyeing economic uncertainty and market volatility as they look ahead this year, according to a new report.

Accountants and other financial professionals in the U.S. are showing more signs of confidence in the economy, but optimism is waning elsewhere.

KPMG International forecasts slight growth in global GDP in 2025, then dampening in 2026 due to post-election policies in the U.S.

Global confidence among accountants globally declined in the third quarter to its lowest level since 2023, although confidence increased in North America.