NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Takes a Small Step Back as Uncertainty Eases in October
Index declines slightly but remains just above 52-year average, Uncertainty Index fell 12 points.
Index declines slightly but remains just above 52-year average, Uncertainty Index fell 12 points.
The event helped small business owners engage with their elected leaders.
Labor quality the top issues in latest findings
Firms are still navigating a labor shortage and want to hire but are having difficulty
Labor quality the top issue for Main Street enterprises
Decrease in uncertainty a contrast to what Oregon small businesses face
“As we approach the busy holiday season, Main Street owners are hopeful that hiring challenges will ease and the labor market will strengthen in Maine.”
NFIB released its October 2025 SBET survey, which showed the Small Business Optimism Index declined 0.6 points in October to 98.2.
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Laying the groundwork for 2026 legislative activities
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