The National Federation of Independent Businesses’ (NFIB) small-business Optimism Index has started 2019 with one of the highest readings in the survey’s 46-year history.
NFIB Chief Economist William Dunkelberg said the year is off to an “explosive” start, with small-business owners expecting increased sales, earnings, and higher wages for employees.
Read on for more details from NFIB’s latest survey.