Quarterly report

Article Abstract:

The Index of Small Business Optimism of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recorded national growth in excess of 4% for the first quarter of 1998 for the small business sector. Owners foresee an unfavorable prospect for economic growth based on the current Asian economic crisis. Sales gains were posted to have doubled in the 4th quarter with a net 9% of companies reporting sales over the past 3 months. About 16% of all firms expressed difficulty in acquiring skilled or unskilled labor.

Business GDP, United States economic conditions

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Monthly report - July 2001

Article Abstract:

Statistical information is presented describing the general forecast for economic growth in the US during the later half of 2001 and the outlook of small business.

Economic development

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Quarterly report - February 2001

Article Abstract:

A shortage of skilled labor is reported by 19% of small business in the US in February 2001 while selling price rises are reported by 7%.

International Affairs, Economic Intelligence, Economic research, Economic indicators, International communication

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