Small-Business Optimism Rises Slightly Amid Persistent Labor Challenges
- Posted on September 10, 2025
- By International Business Times
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Small-Business Optimism Rises Slightly Amid Persistent Labor Challenges

According to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), small business owners are cautiously optimistic, but high employee turnover and skill gaps continue to weigh on confidence, suggesting that workforce issues remain a central hurdle for economic growth.