Index of Small Business Optimism Increased To 93.9

February 15, 2012 – The National Federation of Independent Business reported that the Small Business Optimism Index rose just 0.1 points in January, settling at 93.9. While the increase marks five consecutive months of improvement, the readings from January and February 2011 were actually higher — indicating no net gain for the calendar year. Historically, optimism remains at recession levels. While small business owners appeared less pessimistic about the outlook for business conditions and real sales growth, that optimism did not materialize in hiring or increased inventories plans.

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