Inflation down, unemployment up in April: Bureau of Labor Statistics
According to preliminary estimates, prices rose 3.4 percent in the last year and unemployment is at 3.9 percent.
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Report: Inflation continues to hinder small business operations
Twenty-two percent of owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in their business.
May 15, 2024
Small business optimism reaches lowest level since 2012
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 0.9 of a point in March to 88.5.
April 10, 2024
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Poll: Inflation returns as top problem on Main Street
Twenty-three percent of small business owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem.
January 10, 2024
NFIB Jobs Report: Labor quality remains top concern for small business owners
Labor costs reported as the single most important problem for business owners increased.
January 5, 2024
Report: Alabama’s housing market is poised to rebound in 2024
Positive indicators, such as steadily declining interest and inflation rates, offer strong hope for a rebound in the coming year.
January 2, 2024
Sewell hosting live telephone Town Hall on lowering costs
Sewell and guests will tell constituents about the federal resources they can access to help save money during the holiday season.
Report: Small business owners pessimistic about future business conditions
Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months increased one point from October.
December 13, 2023
Tax rebates to be issued starting Dec. 1
Alabama taxpayers can expect $150 per filer if they filed tax returns for the 2021 fiscal year.