Small business optimism holds steady in October as tax concerns rise - Business Record

Small business optimism remained relatively unchanged in October, while uncertainty declined to its lowest level since December 2025, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.1 points to 97.8, slightly below its 53-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index dropped 6 points to 84. Labor quality…

Nov 11, 2026 - 01:00
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Small business optimism holds steady in October as tax concerns rise - Business Record
Small business optimism remained relatively unchanged in October, while uncertainty declined to its lowest level since December 2025, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.1 points to 97.8, slightly below its 53-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index dropped 6 points to 84. Labor quality…

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