March 11, 2026
Small Business Owners Predict the Unemployment Rate
Small businesses account for a lion’s share of net new jobs. Labor-intensive and dominating the service sector, they provide opportunities to enter the labor force, gain some experience, and develop skills. They are also the “seed corn” for the large firms that dominate the financial news. Walmart i
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March 11, 2026
VIDEO: NFIB’s Holly Wade Discusses Small Business Optimism on NYSE Live
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 11, 2026) – NFIB Research Center Executive Director Holly Wade joined Kristen Scholer on NYSE Live to discuss February’s Small Business Optimism Index and the issues currently impacting Main Street.
Wade analyzes NFIB’s February SBET survey, explaining why optimism ticked
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March 11, 2026
DOL and NLRB Announce Changes to Worker Classification
Recently, two federal agencies announced rule changes that should lessen the risk of worker misclassification. On February 26, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) took major steps to roll back Biden-era employment and labor regulations and largely r
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March 11, 2026
New NFIB Legislative Health Care Plan Outlines Solutions to Lower Costs for Small Business
NFIB proposal urges Congress to improve access to affordable and flexible health care options
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March 10, 2026
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Businesses Report Higher Sales and Less Uncertainty
NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.5 points in February to 98.8 but remained slightly above the 52-year average of 98.
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March 9, 2026
West Virginia Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito for Re-Election
West Virginia Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito for Re-Election
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March 6, 2026
NFIB Asks Colorado Supreme Court to Protect Small Businesses from Lawsuit Abuse
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Public Service of Colorado v. Ross regarding the responsibility of small businesses for damages in wrongful death cases.
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March 5, 2026
NFIB Jobs Report: Employment Index Ticks Up
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5, 2026) – NFIB’s February Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index ticked up nearly 1 point to 103.5, showing further tightness after January consolidated the gains measured in December. This current reading is 2.3 points above the 2025 average of 101.2, an
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March 5, 2026
NFIB Thanks Senator Steve Daines for His Leadership, Making Small Business Deduction Permanent
NFIB Thanks Senator Steve Daines for His Leadership, Making Small Business Deduction Permanent
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March 5, 2026
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election
Ohio Small Businesses Endorse U.S. Senator Jon Husted for Re-Election.
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March 4, 2026
NFIB Texas PAC-Endorsed Candidates Succeed in Primary Election
Of the 97 pro-small business legislative candidates endorsed by NFIB Texas PAC, 95 won their respective primary races
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March 3, 2026
NFIB Small Business Legal Center News and Updates
Learn about key Supreme Court case decisions coming soon and updates for 2026 in the Small Business Legal Center’s newsletter, The Brief.
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March 3, 2026
Data Shows Impact of Energy Costs on Small Business
NFIB’s recent survey shows how rising energy costs are affecting small businesses’ ability to hire, retain talent, and grow.
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March 2, 2026
The Fight to Protect Small Business from Unnecessary Lawsuits
NFIB sent two letters of support for legislation that provides protections for small businesses against frivolous and predatory lawsuits.
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March 2, 2026
Minimum Wage Hikes Impact Small Business Most
A new opinion article looks at how minimum wage increases affect small businesses and the economy as a whole.
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March 2, 2026
Small Business Demands the Right to Repair
A recent opinion article highlights how passing the REPAIR Act would give small businesses access to critical data and information needed to repair vehicles and parts, cutting costs and delays for consumers.
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February 27, 2026
Wage Garnishments: How Small Business Owners Can Ensure Compliance and Avoid Costly Penalties
Wage garnishments may cause confusion for small business owners about their legal responsibilities. Understanding what wage garnishment is, why it happens, and how to respond can help protect your business and ensure legal compliance.
What is a Wage Garnishment?
A wage garnishment is a legal p
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February 25, 2026
NEW NFIB REPORT: How Energy Costs Impact Small Businesses
Latest NFIB survey demonstrates how energy costs affect small business owners’ ability to create jobs and grow
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February 25, 2026
New NFIB Survey Shows Rise in Industry-Specific Small Business Optimism
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 25, 2026) – The NFIB Research Center released an industry-specific quarterly Small Business Economic Trends survey highlighting the construction, manufacturing, retail, and services industries. According to the report, the Optimism Index increased from the previous quarter for
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February 24, 2026
New NFIB Op-Ed in Washington Examiner
ICYMI: NFIB Principal of Federal Government Relations Louis Bertolotti published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner on the importance of right to repair legislation for small businesses.
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February 23, 2026
Small Businesses Ask Court to Rein in Debit Card Processing Fees
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Corner Post, Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System concerning debit card processing fees.
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February 19, 2026
What You Need to Know About Filing a Claim for Your Small Business
Fire Weather Warnings have been put in place in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas
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February 18, 2026
Credit Card Competition is Essential for Small Business
A recent opinion article covers swipe fees, the Credit Card Competition Act, and its importance to lower costs for small businesses.
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February 18, 2026
READ: Texas’ Main Street Sector More Optimistic Than the Rest of U.S., Report Finds
The Dallas Morning News highlights findings from NFIB Research Center’s new state-specific report
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February 18, 2026
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Texas Small Business Optimism Ranks Above National Average
State-specific data highlights the pro-small business climate of the Lone Star State
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February 18, 2026
NEW NFIB REPORT: How Energy Costs Impact Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 18, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its new Small Business Energy Survey. The report is based on a nationwide survey of small business owners, providing insight into the types of energy used and how energy costs impact business operation
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February 18, 2026
Bankruptcy Clawbacks: How to Protect Your Business
What is Bankruptcy Clawback?
A bankruptcy clawback occurs when someone who files for bankruptcy tries to recover money they paid to a business in the months before filing. They can force businesses to return the funds, even for services or goods already provided. The Bankruptcy Code (Section 547)
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February 17, 2026
Small Business Optimism Remains Steadily Above Historical Average
The January Small Business Economic Trends report includes the new NFIB Small Business Employment Index. Learn more about the new data and 2026 outlook for small businesses.
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February 17, 2026
Small Business Deduction Champion Awards Announced
NFIB awarded pennants to Members of Congress who played a critical role in making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent, which prevented a massive tax hike.
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February 17, 2026
Webinar: Tips on Data Privacy, Advertising, and Online Reviews
NFIB’s monthly webinar provides tips to avoid customer complaints and best practices for data privacy, advertising, and online reviews.
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