BUSINESSMay 28 · 10:00 UTCAXIOSEmily Peck

CEOs are losing confidence, new survey finds

CEO confidence in the economy dropped to 47 in Q2, a 12-point decline, driven by the ongoing Iran war and regulatory uncertainties. The survey by The Conference Board and The Business Council found 47% of CEOs reported worsening economic conditions, with optimism eroded despite some recovery after Trump's tariff policy shifts.

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