"Midsize companies, who often find themselves more exposed to geopolitical shifts and policy changes, experienced a significant dip in business and economic confidence in June of 2025. As they have become more comfortable with the complexities of today's environment, we are seeing optimism rebounding in the middle market nationwide an encouraging sign for growth, hiring, and innovation."
"Overall, both small and midsize business leaders are feeling more confident to pursue growth opportunities, embrace emerging technologies and, in some cases, forge new strategic partnerships. That bodes well for entrepreneurs in New York."
"Northeast leaders are signaling an expansion-oriented mindset, with plans for workforce growth and investment in new products and services, said Matt Beardall, Northeast Segment Head, Commercial Banking, J.P. Morgan."
The 2026 Business Leaders Outlook survey from JPMorganChase reveals a significant turnaround in business confidence compared to June 2025. Midsize companies, which experienced a notable dip in confidence due to geopolitical shifts and policy uncertainty, are now showing renewed optimism as leaders become more comfortable navigating the current environment. Small businesses maintained steady confidence throughout 2025 but remain concerned about inflation and wage pressures. Both segments are now pursuing growth opportunities, adopting emerging technologies, and forming strategic partnerships. Northeast business leaders specifically demonstrate expansion-oriented mindsets with plans for workforce growth and new product investments. However, optimism varies regionally, with New York City small business leaders more optimistic than midsize leaders about local economic conditions.
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