economy

US small business owners: how are you operating in the current economic climate?

We would like to hear from small business owners in the US about how they’re adapting to challenges such as inflation

US small business owners: how are you operating in the current economic climate?

TL;DR

  • US small business optimism index fell to 95.3 in May, the lowest since October 2024.
  • Concerns for small business owners include taxes, inflation, and labor costs.
  • 29% of respondents reported struggling to fill jobs.
  • The Guardian is soliciting stories from US small business owners about their experiences.
  • Responses can be submitted anonymously and are secured.
  • The Guardian will use the data solely for the feature and delete personal data afterward.