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U.S. companies swallowed the oil shock. They’re not sure they can do it again

U.S. companies managed to absorb a recent oil price shock, but CFOs express growing uncertainty about their ability to withstand future volatility.

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CFOs reported that firms mostly absorbed the oil price shock, though there was uncertainty regarding their ability to do so again. Sentiments on the world economy decreased substantially in Q2, while CFOs expressed more trust in their own firms' prospects than in the U.S. economy.

Despite a lack of optimism, 67 percent of companies anticipated technology spending.

Epilogue added 80d ago, after coverage quieted.

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U.S. companies have largely absorbed the impact of an oil price shock, though corporate leadership remains cautious. According to a survey reported by Reuters and Fortune, there is significant doubt regarding whether firms can withstand another similar event.

Coverage from CFO.com and the Richmond Fed highlights a broader decline in sentiment, with CFO perspectives on the world economy decreasing substantially in Q2. Despite this lack of optimism, the Richmond Fed notes that CFOs maintain more trust in their own firms' prospects than in the overall U.S. economy.

Future activity may center on corporate investments; Financial Regulation News reports that 67 percent of companies anticipate technology spending despite the prevailing pessimistic outlook.

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How did U.S. companies handle the oil price shock?

According to Reuters and Fortune, firms mostly absorbed the shock, although they are unsure if they can do so again.

What is the current sentiment regarding the global economy?

CFO sentiments on the world economy decreased substantially during the second quarter, per CFO.com.

Are companies planning to cut technology spending?

No; Financial Regulation News reports that 67 percent of companies anticipate technology spending despite a lack of optimism.

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