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The Business Confidence Index (BCI) gauges the economic vitality of Massachusetts. Scored on a 100-point scale, with 50 indicating neutrality, readings above 50 signify optimism, while those below indicate pessimism. The BCI is overseen by the AIM Board of Economic Advisors, comprised of distinguished economists and business leaders. It assesses employer readiness to expand, hire, and make capital investments.

Tariffs, Inflation Erode Business Confidence in August

Massachusetts business confidence fell for the first time in five months in August, dropping to 47.4 as concerns over tariffs, inflation, and interest-rate hikes outweighed steady economic growth.

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Business Confidence Strengthens Again in July

MA employer confidence rose to 52.7 in July, marking a fourth consecutive monthly increase.

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MA Employers Turn Optimistic in June

MA employer confidence climbed to 50.6 in June, signaling renewed optimism.

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Business Confidence Inches Higher in May

MA employer confidence rose to 48.2 in May but remained pessimistic amid inflation, AI, and more.

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Sara L. Johnson, Chair, Board of Economic Advisors

“The Business Confidence Index at once identifies developing trends that will shape the economy and the manner in which those trends will affect the willingness of companies to invest, hire and grow.”