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CFO optimism about the economy dipped to 64.10 from 65.50 in the survey's index rating, for example, while optimism about their own companies fell slightly, to 72.00 from 73.00.
"The theme of CFO survey responses continues to be one of caution; they are generally confident in their businesses but watchful of what's ahead," John Elliott, dean of Baruch's business school said. "U.S. CFOs expressed modest declines in their optimism, while European sentiment continues to grow, narrowing the spread between the two regions."
Double-Digit Profit, Capex Growth
The double-digit growth in net income and in capital spending across the entire survey, he said, illustrate that "CFOs across the U.S. and Europe are confident in the future of their businesses."