NFIB Illinois Reacts to August Optimism Report Showing More Improvement
NFIB Illinois State Director Noah Finley reacts to Small Business Optimism increase in August
NFIB Illinois State Director Noah Finley reacts to Small Business Optimism increase in August
NFIB released a statement following the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announcement regarding the Corporate Transparency Act and BOI reporting requirements.
Consistent monthly readings above 52-year average a good sign for Main Street enterprises
NFIB not quite ready to say we’ve turned a corner, but encouraged by recent trend
More owners are reporting stronger sales expectations and improved earnings
After starting off slow in July, FY 26 revenues in Illinois rose in August
Largest tax increase in state history taking effect next month
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 9, 2025) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 0.5 points in August to 100.8, nearly 3 points above the 52-year average of 98. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, four increased, four decreased, and two were unchanged. The increase in those expecting real sales to be
“What the small business economy needs is positive traction”
“What everyone’s looking for in the small business economy is some positive traction”
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