Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principle Economist on the increased optimism from businesses

Businesses are feeling optimistic they could be in for a better 2025. The latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion from the Institute of Economic Research reveals a net 9% of firms are expecting general economic conditions to improve. This is a jump from a net 4% feeling downbeat three months prior. Infometrics’ Brad Olsen told Tim Beveridge that it’s definitely a good sign, however at the same time, around 26% of businesses said they had less business activity in the December quarter. He says this could indicate the recession continued through until the end of the year. Olsen says there’s quite a clear feeling that while last year was tough, there are better things to come. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.