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Small Business Optimism Index Soars

June 12, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Continuing its historic run, the NFIB Index hit several records in May.

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index increased in May to the second highest level in the NFIB survey’s 45-year history. The index rose to 107.8, a three-point gain, with small businesses reporting high numbers in several key areas including compensation, profits, and sales trends.

NFIB Small Business Optimism Index May 2018

“Main Street optimism is on a stratospheric trajectory thanks to recent tax cuts and regulatory changes. For years, owners have continuously signaled that when taxes and regulations ease, earnings and employee compensation increase,” said NFIB President and CEO Juanita

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