Britain's economic outlook is one of the biggest concerns for its business community, with only one in ten company leaders forecasting economic growth over the next year, according to a new survey conducted by business and financial adviser, Grant Thornton.
Over 2,400 business owners and managers were surveyed as part of the national Owners' Day campaign to pinpoint the key issues of concern for business owners and provide a unique insight into what challenges UK businesses face. The findings will be launched at a series of events on November 8.
The survey revealed that building the value of the business was managers' chief concern, a particular challenge as anxiety about Britain's economic performance has increased substantially since last year's inaugural study (from 30% in 2000 to 47% in 2001).
Economic uncertainty may overshadow growth
