
Small Business Economic Trends Survey (SBET)
The NFIB Research Center releases a Small Business Economic Trends (SBET) data on the second of Tuesday each month. Review the current survey report to learn the outcomes and challenges small business owners are facing.
SBET
Jobs Report
A monthly SBET jobs report emphasizing the overall health and operation of the economy, including employment, labor costs, budgets, and more
SBET Quarterly
Industry Report
A quarterly Small Business Economic Trends industry report highlighting the construction, manufacturing, retail, and services industries
COVID-19 Small Business
Survey Series
A series of COVID-19 related surveys assessing the impact of the health crisis on small business operations
NFIB Banking Survey: May 2023
Small business banking is an essential component to business operations. The ability to quickly access funds, make deposits, borrow, manage expenses, and seek advice are all part of the small business banking relationship.
The U.S. Debt and Debt Limit Explained
What is the U.S. debt, how long until the U.S. hits the debt cliff, how is that determined, and what exactly does that mean? Here are some answers.
NFIB Small Business Problems and Priorities
This is the tenth edition of this publication. The volumes are among the NFIB Research Foundation’s most popular publications and therefore have become a staple.
NFIB Small Business and Inflation
Small employers were asked a series of questions on how the current state of inflation is impacting their business. This survey was conducted from June 31 – July 7.
NFIB Research’s Monthly Newsletter
May 2023
The Optimism Index decreased 1.1 points in April to 89.0. This is the sixteenth consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98. The last time the Index was at or above the average was December 2021. Of the 10 index components, 4 increased, 6 decreased.

Small Business
Tax Surveys
Learn how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act affected small businesses in recent years. Read the surveys here.

Bill Dunkelberg Forbes Articles
NFIB’s Chief Economist offers expert advice on small business practices. Read the Forbes articles here.

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