National Federation of Independent Business

Small Business Optimism Declines in July
The Economy

Small Business Optimism Declines in July

“Small business owners are losing confidence in the strength of the economy and expect a slowdown in job creation."
By Matthew Heller | August 10, 2021
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Small Business Hiring Continues to Lag in May
The Economy

Small Business Hiring Continues to Lag in May

"Small business owners are struggling at record levels trying to get workers back in open positions."
By Matthew Heller | June 4, 2021
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Small Businesses See Recession as ‘Short-Lived’
The Economy

Small Businesses See Recession as ‘Short-Lived’

A closely-watched survey found small business optimism over the economy rebounded last month after a record plunge in March.
By Matthew Heller | June 9, 2020
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Small-Business Optimism Falls Despite Tax Cuts
The Economy

Small-Business Optimism Falls Despite Tax Cuts

"The big picture remains solid, with small firms as optimistic, and inclined to spend and hire, as [much as] they have ever been," the NFIB says.
By Matthew Heller | April 10, 2018
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Election Drags Down Small Business Optimism
The Economy

Election Drags Down Small Business Optimism

"Small business owners are deeply uncertain about the future, and that is affecting their decisions,” the NFIB says.
By Matthew Heller | October 12, 2016
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Small Businesses Stopped Hiring Last Month: NFIB
Staffing

Small Businesses Stopped Hiring Last Month: NFIB

Nearly one third of respondents said that they could not fill positions because they could not find qualified applicants, says the NFIB.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | November 5, 2015
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Small Business Optimism Up
The Economy

Small Business Optimism Up

But solid economic growth likely to be elusive this year, says NFIB chief economist William Dunkelberg.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | May 12, 2015
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Small-Business Owners Highly Confident
The Economy

Small-Business Owners Highly Confident

The December National Federation of Independent Business survey shows optimism is back up to pre-recession levels.
By Matthew Heller | January 14, 2015
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Small Businesses Expanding But Skeptical
The Economy

Small Businesses Expanding But Skeptical

Optimism among small business owners is high, but many don't expect business conditions to get any better in the next six months.
By Matthew Heller | November 11, 2014
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Are Private Companies Gearing Up to Borrow?
The Economy

Are Private Companies Gearing Up to Borrow?

Private companies are less likely to default on debt, according to new data, making them well-positioned to secure loans for expansion.
By Marielle Segarra | May 30, 2013
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IRS Kills Tax Reg
Tech

IRS Kills Tax Reg

Small business wins reprieve on credit-card rule.
By Marielle Segarra | March 1, 2012
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IRS Defangs Credit Card Reporting Rule
Tech

IRS Defangs Credit Card Reporting Rule

The Internal Revenue Service responds to business concerns by eliminating a requirement from its new pay card reporting rule.
By Marielle Segarra | February 14, 2012
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New Labor Law Could Cast Harsh Light on Companies
Workplace Issues

New Labor Law Could Cast Harsh Light on Companies

Thousands of businesses are criticizing a proposed labor law that would require many lawyers to report confidential information on corporate clients to the Department of Labor.
By Marielle Segarra | October 21, 2011
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