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NFIB: Small business hiring slows, worker shortages persist

In March, 32 percent of small business owners reported unfilled job openings as employers continued to struggle with labor costs and applicant quality.

April 6, 2026

NFIB delivers 2026 Alabama member ballot results to lawmakers

NFIB delivered its 2026 Alabama ballot results to the state Legislature, revealing overwhelming support for transparency, license reform, and property tax limits.

January 27, 2026

NFIB: Small business optimism declines in September

Small business optimism dipped in September, influenced by rising inflation, labor challenges, and slower sales expectations.

October 15, 2025

NFIB: Small business job openings fall to lowest level since July 2020

NFIB report shows small business job openings at historic low, with labor quality concerns persisting despite modest compensation gains.

September 5, 2025

NFIB Survey: Small businesses remain optimistic, but uncertainty rising on Main Street

The net percent of owners expecting the economy to improve fell five points from December.

February 12, 2025

Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor costs rise

Labor costs as the single most important problem for business owners rose to 11 percent.

December 6, 2024

Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist

Seasonally adjusted, a net 31 percent reported raising compensation, down one point from September.

November 13, 2024

NFIB: Small business owners continue to struggle with labor shortages

35 percent of small business owners nationwide reported unfilled job openings.

November 1, 2024

Small business optimism dips in August

The 2.5-point decline in the national Optimism Index erased all of July’s gain.

September 11, 2024

105 legislators achieve 100 percent NFIB Voting Records for 2023-24

The 2023-24 Voting Record includes eight key votes on issues including tax relief, retail theft, and tort reform.

September 4, 2024