Saturday, December 20, 2025
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small business optimism

Small business optimism stagnates, uncertainty looms

Small business optimism dips slightly for the month, but the NFIB expects this number to slide as results from the government shut down and debt ceiling crisis impact the economy and perception.

Small business optimism stagnant, uncertainty remains

A new NFIB report reveals small business optimism is stagnant and while employers plan to hire more staff, they remain confused and uncertain about the future of the economy, healthcare, and regulations.

80% of small businesses optimistic about 2013 holiday sales

Small businesses are expecting this holiday season to beat 2012 holiday sales, a good sign for the economy.

Business owner optimism up, uncertainty remains

Small business owner optimism is undergoing slight improvements of late, but uncertainty levels remain quite high, holding the index back.

Small business optimism levels improve in April

The NFIB reports small business optimism is improving in many categories, but explain that it may not be enough to hang hopes of an economic recovery on.

Small business optimism falls, taxes said to be top problem

After our nation hung its hopes on a month of improving small business optimism levels, business owners are feeling negatively once again, as sales slump and expectations wane.

Small business optimism index edges up slightly

Although the small business optimism index improved last month, one advocacy group says the index still reflects a deep recession in America.

Small business optimism barely changes, continues to drag

Small business optimism saw a slight improvement in January, but the NFIB calls it a "drag," with various readings at historic lows. Businesses will be watching tonight for the President's State of the Union address to see how he responds.