The NFIB’a Small Business Optimism Index declined 2.1 points in December to 89.8, marking the 12th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98. Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months dropped by eight percentage points from November to a net negative 51%, and inflation remains the single most important business problem
Small business optimism declines as inflation remains biggest concern
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