Original article by Roy Morgan
Market Research Update – Page: Online : 17-Apr-25

The latest director sentiment survey from the Australian Institute of Company Directors shows an improvement in both economic and business conditions for the first half of 2025. This AICD survey of 1,127 company directors was conducted by Roy Morgan between 19 February and 6 March. While the Director Sentiment Index (DSI) remains in negative territory for the sixth consecutive survey (-23.9), it has lifted nearly 10 points, the strongest improvement since 2021. Meanwhile, only 25% of directors now believe that a recession is likely within the next 12 months, compared with 46% in the second half of 2024. However, nine out of 10 directors believe that escalating trade tensions under the Trump presidency threaten the economic outlook for both Australia and the world. Global uncertainty is now the top economic challenge facing Australian businesses, surpassing productivity growth and cost of living. Concerns over global protectionism have also increased significantly.

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