Economic Confidence Improves but Businesses Pull Back on Spending Plans as Uncertainty Persists, AICPA and CIMA Survey Finds

U.S. and global economic confidence improved in the third quarter, though inflation, cost pressures, and geopolitical uncertainty remain top concerns Hiring sentiment strengthens as inflation and cost pressures remain top concerns NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Business executive...