The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Optimism Index hovers near record levels, but expectations for future business conditions plunge over concerns on Obamacare repeal. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism posted another historically high reading in April, but expectations for future business conditions plunged by eight points, […]
Post-election Small Business Optimism Sustained in January
National Federation of Independent Business monthly survey shows another gain in small business optimism Small business optimism rose again in January to its highest level since December 2004, suggesting that the post-election surge has staying power, according to the monthly National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism. “The stunning climb in […]
Small Business Optimism Rose Slightly in July
The NFIB Small Business Optimism survey hits a plateau. Remains below historic average. The Index of Small Business Optimism rose one-tenth of a point in July to 94.6, a meager increase showing no real enthusiasm for expansion, expected sales, and making capital outlays, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). “Small business optimism […]
Small Business Optimism Rose Modestly in May
Six-month outlook among owners moves higher but remains negative. The Index of Small Business Optimism rose two tenths of a point in May to 93.8, a negligible increase showing no real enthusiasm for making capital outlays, increasing inventories, or expanding, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). “The bottom line is that without […]
Small Business Optimism Drops to a New Two Year Low
Small business owners still pessimistic about the economy. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism declined 0.3 points in March from February to 92.6. While not statistically significant overall, the NFIB reports that four of the 10 Index components posted a gain, six posted small declines. The biggest gain was […]
Small Business Optimism Hits Two-Year Low
NFIB survey shows small business owners expectations on business conditions declined in February. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism in February fell 1 point from January to 92.9. None of the 10 Index components posted a gain, six posted small declines, and four were unchanged. Spending and hiring plans […]
Small Business Optimism Up Slightly in December
Small business owners divided on sales outlook, business conditions. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism rose 0.4 points in December, increasing to 95.2. The Index is stuck in a “below average” rut, characterizing the performance of the small business sector. Historically accounting for about half of private GDP, below […]
Small Business Optimism Collapses in November after Three Stagnant Months
NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dropped 1.3 points to 94.8 The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Index of Small Business Optimism fell 1.3 points in November, dropping the Index to 94.8, this after three months of no change of any significance. The index remains well below its 42 year average signaling a a “plodding” […]
NFIB Comments on Mandatory Mental Health Coverage
NFIB Senior Vice President Dan Danner released the following statement in response to President Bush’s comments in support of legislation that would force employers to offer mental-health benefits: “The road to lost health coverage is paved with good intentions. A well-intentioned costly mandate is still just a costly mandate at its core. No matter how […]
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