Only 12% of Connecticut employers see business climate improving

64% think President Donald Trump's foreign tariffs will hurt their business.

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Sep 4, 2025, 11:10 AM

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Updated 2 days ago

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Only 12% believe the state's business climate is improving.
64% think President Donald Trump's foreign tariffs will hurt their business.
And 76% say they're struggling to hire and keep qualified workers.


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