Dun & Bradstreet’s Post

This quarter's report reveals some compelling insights. Notably, four out of five indices showed a decline in business optimism, with ESG being the sole exception. Additionally, uncertainty appears to be increasing, particularly around supply chain stability and investment strategies. Read more below 👇

🌍 Our first business optimism report of 2025 is out! 🌍 ↘️ Firms are less confident going into Q1 2025. 💡 Downturn is likely a correction from an over-optimistic end to 2024. 🏦 A record year of elections brought in many new governments, creating business uncertainty. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/euAPKfUq Contact us to access the full survey data, unveiling unique insights for your target regions! #GlobalBusiness #GBOI #DNB

Interesting findings in this quarter's report. Most notably, 4/5 indices saw a decline in business optimism (with the exception of ESG). Uncertainty seems to be rising around supply chain stability and investment strategies as well. HIGHLY recommend giving it a read.

Our latest Business Optimism Insights report is now available..

Concerns over weak global growth, rising geopolitical risks, and trade policy uncertainty are influencing a nearly 13% decline from two years ago.

Interesting findings in this quarter's report. Most notably, 4/5 indices saw a decline in business optimism (with the exception of #ESG). Uncertainty seems to be rising around supply chain stability and investment strategies as well. HIGHLY recommend giving it a read.

Our Q2 Global Business Optimism Insights report is here and it indicates that confidence in supply chain continues to remain shaky, mainly due to forced rerouting of shipments on the back of geopolitical events. Learn what most companies are saying about this in the full report below 👇

Whilst we show a 5.4% rise in business optimism driven by improved confidence in the macroeconomic environment and lower input cost for manufacturers there is still an unease around supply chain, with a 8% decline in the Global Supply Chain Continuity Index. This is down to the geopolitical disruptions we are seeing across the world and why supply chain transparency and understanding risk across the whole chain is still the main topic of meetings I am having with my Automotive and manufacturing customers now. Learn more about what what most companies are saying in the full report below and if you would like to discuss further how I am helping my customers understand and manage supply chain risk please contact me phippssmithn@dnb.com #DNB #Q2 #GLOBALBUSINESS #INSIGHTS #SUPPLYCHAIN #RISK

Diving into Dun & Bradstreet's Global Business Optimism Insights for Q2 2024, we see a world of businesses gearing up for growth! 🚀 The report shows a 5.4% increase in the Global Business Optimism Index, signaling a more confident outlook on the global economy, especially concerning inflation. Manufacturers are breathing a sigh of relief with a favorable view on input costs for the first time since the survey's inception. Despite geopolitical tensions affecting supply chains, companies are adapting with robust contingency plans and diversifying suppliers. It's a testament to the resilience and agility of today's businesses. Let's use these insights to fuel our strategies and drive forward with optimism and innovation!

Our Q2 2024 Global Business Optimism Insights indicate that confidence in supply chain continues to remain shaky, mainly due to forced rerouting of shipments on the back of geopolitical events. Learn what most companies are saying about this in the full report: #GlobalBusiness #Insights #DNB