Business confidence in NSW fell in the first quarter of the year, with the end of JobKeeper having an impact. The latest Business Conditions Survey from Business NSW conducted in March, found more businesses viewed the economy as getting weaker (39 per cent) than viewed it as getting stronger (29 per cent). Business NSW chief executive Nola Watson said the data from both businesses in metropolitan and regional areas was 'concerning, but not totally unexpected'. 'About one third of businesses who received JobKeeper believe they may have to close their business, either on a temporary or permanent basis, when the full benefits of the program cease,' Ms Watson said on Thursday.