Optimism Breaks Holding Pattern – Reaches 2-Year High in 3Q 2014
1.10.2014
3q2014 Vistage CEO Confidence Index TJK
3q2014 Vistage CEO confidence index infographic
Confidence among CEOs reached its highest level in two years,
finally achieving a lift-off from its favorable holding pattern in the
last three quarters. The Vistage CEO Confidence Index was 103.4 in
the 3rd quarter 2014 survey, up from 101.0 in the 2nd quarter and
97.8 in last year’s 3rd quarter, and the highest level since 105.1 was
recorded in the 1st quarter of 2012. There is no greater indication
of confidence in future prospects than a firm’s willingness to
increase their fixed investment spending and to expand their
workforce. On both counts, firms reported the most expansive
plans since 2006.
Tim is a Consultant to Business, Government and Not-for-Profits Organizations specializing in innovative and challenging ways for organizations to survive, to thrive and to build their teams.
