The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 99.8 in June from 97.4, beating forecasts and crossing above its 50-year historical average of

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 99.8 in June from 97.4, beating forecasts and crossing above its 50-year historical average of

The optimism index climbed 2.4 points to 99.8, surpassing its 52-year average, while planned hiring jumped to its highest level since October 2022