KeyBank: Middle Market Business Optimism Surges to Near-Historic Levels

A new survey from KeyBank reveals that middle-market business optimism in the U.S. has reached near-historic levels as companies enter 2026. Approximately 77% of business leaders expressed a positive outlook for their company's performance over the coming year, driven by strong expectations for expansion and investment. This surge in confidence suggests a robust environment for mid-sized firms despite ongoing global economic shifts.