A new survey of U.S. business leaders shows growing optimism about the economy, with most CEOs no longer expecting a recession in 2025. According to a June poll by Chief Executive, only 28% of CEOs now anticipate a near-term recession, down sharply from 46% in May and 62% in April—when President Trump announced sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs on dozens of countries. Despite some economic uncertainty, many CEOs are encouraged by signs that tariff tensions may ease and interest rates could come down. In fact, 36% of CEOs now expect mild growth this year, up from 25% just a month earlier. This comes as the U.S. GDP shrank slightly at the start of 2025, and the World Bank downgraded its growth forecast to 1.4%, citing continued trade policy risks. Still, steady job gains, consumer spending, and industrial output suggest the economy is holding firm for now.
While concerns about inflation and stagflation remain on the radar, the latest CEO sentiment points to cautious confidence — a notable shift as the business world keeps a close eye on economic signals and policy decisions in the months ahead.

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