Fewer employers in Washington think a recession is on the way, when compared to the spring, but there’s still more concern than there was last summer.

Employers also are “increasingly frustrated over rising taxes and health care costs,” and a majority report that tariffs are affecting their business.

That’s according to the Association of Washington Business, or AWB, which recently announced the results of a summer survey of employers.

AWB is the state’s chamber of commerce and manufacturers association. It surveys employers in Washington each quarter.

The summer survey was conducted via email between July 21 and Aug. 6.

A total of 427 employers — in sectors from manufacturing and construction to insurance and real estate — took part, according to AWB.

Are employers expecting a reces

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