Alan Buckle - Global head of Advisory: Our latest business outlook survey brings real grounds for optimism. Looking 12 months out, business leaders in virtually every geography and every sector are seeing increases in orders, revenue, employment and profitability.
US business is leading the increase in optimism. This is perhaps surprising but very welcome news because we need robust US business to drive recovery right across the world.
Optimism remains very strong in the newer markets in the East. This is a reminder I think for Western organisations that the challenge from the East, which was strong before the economic crisis, is even stronger now.
So, I hope you’ll find our survey provides some interesting food for thought as you plan your business for the months and years ahead.