May 2013 Monthly Confidence Index for Equipment Finance Industry revealed market confidence of 56.7 over April's 54.0. Number reflects participant's increasing optimism despite concerns over economy and impact of federal policies on capital expenditures. Also, 9.7% of executives think business conditions will improve, 25.8% expect more access to capital, and 19.4% expect more hiring over next 4 months. Survey also shows 32.3% of respondents predict economic improvement over next 6 months.
This story is related to the following:Trade Associations