Once again, Florida CEOs appear more optimistic than their national peers, according to the Florida Council of 100 Q3 2025 CEO Economic Outlook Index.
The quarterly index is a forward-looking measure capturing expectations from top Florida CEOs on sales, capital spending, and employment. It is modeled after the nationally recognized Business Roundtable (BRT) index.
Increasing 8 points from last quarter, Florida’s overall CEO Economic Outlook Index score for Q3 was 91, higher than the national number at 76 for the BRT index.
“Florida’s economy is on the rise, and our CEOs are building for the future-growing teams, sparking innovation, driving investment, and creating new opportunities that strengthen Florida’s communities,” said Mike Simas, President & CEO of the Florida Council of 100.
Florida vs. National Sentiment
Compared to their national peers, Florida CEOs are showing greater optimism across key indicators:
“Confidence in Florida’s future economic growth and development is clear from the FC100’s Q3 forecast,” said George LeMieux, Chair of the Florida Council of 100. “The quarterly index signals increasing optimism among our members who are collaborating with business leaders around the world to create opportunity and welcome innovation so that Florida’s economy and workforce can thrive.”
This quarter’s survey was in the field from September 9 through September 15, 2025. In total, 123 CEOs completed the survey.
View results here.
SOURCE The Florida Council of 100