The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.0 points in September to 98.8, marking its first decline in three months, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
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The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.5 points in August, reaching 100.8, which is nearly three points above its long-term average of 98.