The Business Tendency Survey collects qualitative information from the chief executives and managing directors of private‑sector businesses in Jersey. Each quarter, respondents are asked for their views on:
- How their business performance compares with three months earlier
- Their expectations for the next three months
- Key aspects of economic activity, including demand, employment, input costs, profitability, and overall business optimism
The survey offers timely insights into current economic conditions and forward‑looking expectations, helping government, industry groups, and the public understand how the economy is evolving.
Latest reports
You can find details of the most recent reports below:
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Business Tendency Survey, June 2026
In June 2026, overall business activity remained broadly stable and unchanged from the previous quarter, while expectations for future activity strengthened. Businesses continued to report significant labour and input cost pressures, with staff and skills shortages remaining the most commonly cited constraint. The finance sector continued to report positive performance and confidence, while non-finance businesses…
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Business Tendency Survey, March 2026
In March 2026, overall business activity remained broadly stable, although businesses were moderately optimistic about activity over the coming months. Cost pressures continued to increase strongly, particularly for labour and other inputs, while staff and skills shortages remained the most commonly reported challenge. The finance sector reported stronger business activity than the non-finance sector, where…
You can also access all past releases of the Business Tendency Survey here.
Data sources and methods
The Business Tendency Survey was temporarily discontinued in 2024 following budget reductions to Statistics Jersey. Funding approved in the Government Plan 2025–2028 enabled Statistics Jersey to reinstate one statistician post, allowing the survey to resume from September 2025.
The survey is conducted quarterly, providing timely information on business activity, sentiment, and expectations across the Jersey economy. Publication dates for upcoming reports are available in the Statistics Release Calendar.
The reinstated survey includes several improvements developed in consultation with key users, ensuring the results remain relevant and informative for understanding current economic conditions and future expectations.
For more information about the survey, see the Business Tendency Survey methodology report.
Data tables
Data tables are available on our Open Data site.