Vistage's CEO Confidence Index for Q2 2025 reveals that 55% of SMEs expect sales growth despite concerns over the UK's post-Brexit competitiveness and AI adoption challenges. Confidence has risen, with the index moving from 87.5 to 89.5. However, profitability worries persist, and investment plans show caution as only 31% plan to increase investments. Rising costs affect over a third of businesses, leading to price hikes. Moreover, a significant portion indicates that the UK is lagging in trade competitiveness, with limited enthusiasm for the new UK-EU youth mobility scheme.
The Vistage CEO Confidence Index for Q2 2025 indicates rising confidence among SMEs, despite serious concerns about the UK's post-Brexit competitiveness and economic challenges.
Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges, many business leaders remain optimistic, with over 55% anticipating higher sales revenue in the next year.
Growing concerns about the UK’s trade position are evident, with over half of business leaders believing the UK is falling behind its global competitors.
A notable caution prevails, as 31% of SMEs plan to increase fixed investments while 27% foresee a reduction, reflecting their cautious outlook.
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