Majority of company directors expect improved financial performance in second half of 2025

But survey reveals 43% feel more pessimistic about the overall prospects of the economy

Caroline Spillane CEO of the Institute of Directors said there is a 'sense of cautious optimism' among company directors regarding the near-term outlook, however, there are 'significant concerns about the impact of global trade tensions and increasing regulatory pressures'.

Despite geopolitical turmoil and mounting international trade tensions, more than half of company directors in Ireland expect an improved financial performance in the second half of 2025, a new survey shows.

The survey was conducted on 322 business directors by the Institute of Directors (IoD) focusing on areas such as regulation, competitiveness, and the economic outlook.