A southern Scotland study finds optimism has fallen but most are confident of short-term viability.
The number of businesses optimistic for the next 12 months had fallen to 40% from 52% in the previous study in February and March.
The survey is part of a wider rural Scotland study in partnership with the Scottish government and Highlands and Islands Enterprise which currently takes place three times every 12 months. "It is completely understandable that confidence has been impacted in the face of rising costs," she said. She said it highlighted what the priorities should be in helping businesses to creating a "thriving south of Scotland".
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