The National Federation of Independent Business, which calls itself the “voice of small business,” has come under fire of late for allegedly representing the interests of big business and for ...

Explore the recent decline in small business hiring plans, reaching a six-year low, as concerns over rising labor costs impact employment strategies. Discover the factors influencing this trend and ...

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index, measuring member outlook in May, rose to 98.8, up from 95.8 points the previous month, ending the metric’s four months of consecutive decreases. Those dips ...

The National Federation of Independent Business said its Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.6 points to 95.3 in May, the weakest reading since October 2024 and the third straight month below the ...

Explore the recent decline in small business optimism as job openings reach a six-year low. Discover insights into the ...

The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.6 points in May to 95.3, remaining below its 52-year average of 98. The Uncertainty Index rose 3 points from April ...

Small-business optimism surged following the election of Donald Trump, but owners appear to be growing uncertain about future business conditions, according to the latest Small Business Optimism Index ...

The National Federation of Independent Business runs with the tagline "The Voice of Small Business," but a group of Congressional leaders are challenging the group's interests. This, while the NFIB ...

In the face of complex tax regulations, increasing fuel costs, skyrocketing health insurance and other pressing issues, it’s easy to wonder whether anyone in government cares about small businesses.