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CFO optimism dips in Q1 as tariff risks and uncertainty overshadow Trump boost: Fed survey


Published on 2025-03-26 17:41:11 - Invezz
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  • Optimism among chief financial officers (CFOs) has declined in the first quarter of the year as rising tariff risks and economic uncertainty cast a shadow over business expectations. A new survey conducted by two Federal Reserve banks and Duke University found that optimism,

The article from MSN Money discusses a recent survey by Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and the Federal Reserve Banks of Richmond and Atlanta, which indicates a decline in optimism among U.S. Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) in the first quarter of the year. Despite a brief surge in optimism following the Trump tax cuts, CFOs are now grappling with increased uncertainty due to potential tariff impositions and other economic risks. The survey highlights that while there was a temporary boost from the tax reforms, the ongoing trade tensions, particularly with China, and the unpredictability of future economic policies have overshadowed these gains. CFOs are particularly concerned about the potential negative impacts of tariffs on their businesses, leading to a cautious approach in investment and hiring decisions. This shift in sentiment reflects broader economic concerns about stability and growth amidst global trade disputes.

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