Data and Research
Small Business Confidence Inches Up, But Economic Uncertainty Lingers
June 26, 2025U.S. Chamber of Commerce June 25, 2025 Washington, D.C. — The MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Q2 2025 Small Business Index rose…
June 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: Uncertainty is Dampening Growth Plans
June 11, 2025Summary: Pressure on Congress to prevent an end-of-year tax hike is high as small business owners’ concerns over taxes take top…
NEW POLL: Michigan Voters Weigh in on 2026 Gubernatorial, US Senate Races
May 27, 2025The Detroit Regional Chamber with The Glengariff Group, Inc. conducted a poll of 600 registered Michigan voters to evaluate their awareness and…
May 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: Rising Uncertainty is Causing Concern
May 7, 2025Summary: Solopreneurs work long hours, but do not regret choosing entrepreneurship. 20% of small business owners work more than 50 hours…
April 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: Small Business Revenue Expectations Dim
April 25, 2025Summary: Small businesses’ revenue expectations fell at the end of March due to tariffs and the intensity of concern with tariff…
March 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: Rising Uncertainty is Causing Concern
March 14, 2025Summary: Small business owners are positive about their finances, but are pausing expansion plans because of inflation. 69% of small business…
February 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: High Levels of Optimism Emerge
February 17, 2025Summary: Job market softens and finding qualified and willing employees remains a strong headwind for Main Street employers. 35% of small…
What Role Do Small Businesses Play in the Economy?
January 13, 2025USA Facts Nov. 19, 2024 What’s Considered A Small Business? The Small Business Administration (SBA) generally defines any independent business with fewer…
January 2025 Small Business Data Outlook: Signs of Strength at Start of 2025
January 8, 2025Summary: Headwinds of worker shortages remain strong and are a barrier for growth on Main Street. 35% of small businesses reported…
Regulatory Compliance and Pressures Weigh on Small-Business Owners
December 18, 2024Inc. Sarah Lynch Dec. 16, 2024 Small-business owners are bogged down. According to the MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce…
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