Businesses across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are being urged to have their say on the challenges and opportunities facing the region as a major economic survey opens for responses.
Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce has launched its final Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) of 2026, calling on companies of all sizes and sectors to help build an accurate picture of business conditions across the North-east.
The survey, supported by Gilson Gray, will gather evidence on sales, profitability, cash flow, recruitment, investment, pricing pressures and barriers to growth, as well as business confidence heading into 2027.
The findings will be used to inform the Chamber's engagement with ministers and policymakers at Holyrood and Westminster, ensuring the experiences of North-east businesses are reflected in decisions affecting the regional economy.
Responses will also feed into the British Chambers of Commerce's national QES report, one of the UK's largest and most representative independent business surveys, which is closely monitored by the Treasury, Bank of England, Office for Budget Responsibility and both the UK and Scottish Governments.
Crucially, a strong response from the North-east will allow the Chamber to compare regional economic performance against the national picture, identifying where local businesses face particular challenges or opportunities.
The results will provide an important evidence base for the Chamber's campaigning on issues including taxation, regulation, energy costs, skills shortages and investment.
With businesses now planning for 2027, the final survey of the year offers an opportunity to assess confidence, understand emerging pressures and identify the priorities for supporting economic growth.
The Chamber is encouraging as many businesses as possible to participate, regardless of their size, sector or current trading performance.
The survey takes only a few minutes to complete, with responses helping to ensure that the voice of North-east Scotland carries weight in the corridors of power.
The Q4 2026 Quarterly Economic Survey closes on Friday, December 4. Click here to take part.