US Small Business Optimism slips in April amid rising volatility: NFIB
In April, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dropped to 95.8 in US, below the 51-year average. Key concerns included labour quality and weak sales expectations. Job openings and capital investment plans declined, while inflation concerns eased. Despite ongoing uncertainty, more owners rated their business health as good or excellent. Profit trend improved slightly, signalling cautious optimism.
In April, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dropped to 95.8 in US, below the 51-year average.
Key concerns included labour quality and weak sales expectations.
Job openings and capital investment plans declined, while inflation concerns eased.
Despite ongoing uncertainty, more owners rated their business health as good or excellent.
Profit trend improved slightly, signalling cautious optimism.
