Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q2 2024
As we move into the second half of 2024, Irish SMEs are showing remarkable optimism, despite the challenges posed by global geopolitical tensions and instability
Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q1 2024
Irish SMEs have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical events, according to our latest SME Confidence Index for
Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q1 2023
The latest Linked Finance SME Confidence Index, based on research conducted by Behaviours & Attitudes, business optimism was at 64 in Q1 2023 (scored out of 100), up from a level of 60.2 in Q4 2022.
Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q4 2022
Recovery continues as optimism lifts among Irish SME businesses Business Optimism Index increases to 60.2 Business outlook is strong with 65% of SMEs expecting trading
Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q3 2022
SME optimism stalls as businesses pass on higher costs to combat inflationary pressures. Business Optimism Index dips slightly due to economic challenges, but remains positive
Linked Finance SME Confidence Index Q2 2022
Irish SMEs show resilience with profit improvement despite inflation and Ukraine pressures. 82% of businesses report performance better or in line with expectation in H1
