Business Outlook Survey

• October 16, 2017

  Business Outlook Survey - Autumn 2017

  Results from the autumn Business Outlook Survey point to continued positive business sentiment across the country, with business activity becoming entrenched. Firms’ prospects remain healthy, although several survey indicators have moderated from the strong summer results.

  Content Type(s): Publications, Business Outlook Survey
• June 30, 2017

  Business Outlook Survey - Summer 2017

  Responses to the summer Business Outlook Survey suggest that business activity is continuing to gain momentum, buoyed by indications that domestic demand will improve further. Positive business prospects are increasingly widespread across regions and sectors.

  Content Type(s): Publications, Business Outlook Survey
• April 3, 2017

  Business Outlook Survey - Spring 2017

  The results of the spring Business Outlook Survey reflect signs of a further strengthening of domestic demand following overall subdued activity over the past two years. This outlook is supported by foreign demand and an expected rebound in activity in energy-producing regions.

  Content Type(s): Publications, Business Outlook Survey
• January 9, 2017

  Business Outlook Survey - Winter 2016-17

  The results of the winter Business Outlook Survey indicate that business prospects have improved following two years of overall modest activity. The responses reflect building domestic demand, a supportive export outlook and an expected recovery in energy-related activity.

  Content Type(s): Publications, Business Outlook Survey