Although the price of oil and the U.S. economy are weighing on accountants, the majority anticipate growth and increase in profits in their own businesses
However much volatility is expected in global stocks as a result of several major events in the U.S. and in Europe in the coming months, a Russell report predicts
The rating agency has lowered its outlook for the global, Canadian and U.S. economies
Weak investment by businesses is hampering economic growth
Global policymakers have begun to pivot away from monetary policy as the sole tool supporting the economic recovery
Chartered professional accountants in business positions say there are issues for concern about the economy at large, but feel more confident about their own firm’s prospects
Russell Investments quarterly outlook sees only lackluster global economic growth
The decline in growth is most pronounced in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Paris-based group sounds pessimistic note about world economy
U.S. forecasts cut but near-term emerging market growth pressure eases