Small and Midsize Businesses Remain Optimistic Despite Tough Economy =============== #be35213b ver:0.42 Bank economists are optimistic about business credit and a soft landing for the US economy, despite concerns raised by other experts. The American Bankers Association's Credit Conditions Index rose for the third consecutive quarter, reflecting positive sentiment. However, credit quality for consumers is expected to weaken. S&P 500 companies and small businesses are also expressing confidence, driven by cooling inflation and rate cut expectations. The outlook for the US economy remains uncertain, with the coming months crucial in determining its trajectory. #economy #optimism #credit #recession #business #smallbusiness... #newstr #Banking #Economy #CreditConditions #SoftLanding #Recession #FederalReserve #InterestRates #CorporateConfidence #SmallBusinessSentiment #Inflation https://here.news/story/be35213b?ver=0.42