The latest members survey by Scottish Chambers of Commerce found that confidence fell across all sectors in the first quarter, when the private sector economy stalled as firms battled rising costs and weak demand.
MANY Scottish businesses will face real problems in the coming months as they try to maintain profitability in the face of multiple challenges, a closely-watched report suggests.
The latest members survey by Scottish Chambers of Commerce found that confidence fell across all sectors in the first quarter, when the private sector economy stalled as firms battled rising costs and weak demand.