Analysis
Reading business confidence with care
Headline sentiment measures are useful, but the reasons behind them often tell a more instructive story.
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Confidence surveys are among the most widely reported indicators of economic sentiment. Their value depends on understanding what lies behind the headline figure — which pressures are most acute, for which businesses, and how they affect decisions on investment and hiring.
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