Fewer local businesses are optimistic about the future compared to last year, according to a new government poll.
Last year over a quarter of companies said they expected their situation to improve in the next six months.
That's compared to around 18 percent this year, in the Business Environment and Conditions Survey.
Now, businesses are nearly evenly split between those who expect things to improve, and those expecting a deterioration.
Financial regulator recruiting for board members
The Financial Services Authority is looking for new board members.
Businesses needed for seaside kiosk
Port Erin Commissioners say they're looking for people with business ideas to rent a beachside shed.
Businesses who wouldn't recommend IOM almost triples in 8 years
Around 20 percent of local companies say they wouldn't recommend the Island as a place to do business.
M&S officially opens new-look Douglas food hall
Percy Pig and Colin the Caterpillar were on hand this morning to help officially open Marks and Spencer's new food hall.
Unemployment falls in October
Unemployment fell on the Island last month, according to the latest official figures.
Staff, energy and materials blamed for price rises
Around 45 percent of Island businesses say they've had to up their prices over the past six months.
Made in Mann labels to get update
The enterprise minister says an updated labelling scheme for Manx produce is set to be unveiled next year.
Quarry valuations queried in Tynwald
The minerals in the Island's quarries haven't been fully valued in three years.
