West Virginia 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
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Takes a Small Step Back as Uncertainty Eases in October
“A decline in profits and fewer sales has dampened optimism for small business owners,” NFIB State Director Michael Smith said. “Ultimately, Main Street is not finding the right applicants to fill their open positions, which is exacerbating the day-to-day challenges of operating their business.”
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.
NFIB, Georgia Restaurant Association Host Small Business Roundtable in Roswell
The event helped small business owners engage with their elected leaders.
Nevada Comment on Latest NFIB Optimism Index
Labor quality the top issues in latest findings
California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index
Firms are still navigating a labor shortage and want to hire but are having difficulty
Washington Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index
Labor quality the top issue for Main Street enterprises
Oregon Comment on Latest NFIB Optimism Index
Decrease in uncertainty a contrast to what Oregon small businesses face
NFIB’s October Jobs Report: Job Openings Slowing but Remain Solid in Maine and Nationwide
“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.”
NEW NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Takes a Small Step Back as Uncertainty Eases in October
NFIB released its October 2025 SBET survey, which showed the Small Business Optimism Index declined 0.6 points in October to 98.2.