The economy is roaring. The unemployment rate is as low as it has been in 24 years.
Companies are profitable.
American productivity in terms of manufacturing output per hour is at an all-time high. With that said, respondents' forecasts this year for revenues, profits, employees, and employee compensation are slightly lower than last year. They are worried that the economy will not stay this strong forever. They are worried about taxes. They are worried about complying with government regulations.