U.S. Real Prime Rate

U.S. Real Prime Rate The elevated real prime rate in the U.S. has increased the financial burden on small businesses, making it more difficult for them to operate profitably and grow. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy

U.S. Unemployment Rate

U.S. Unemployment Rate Shifts in NFIB small business hiring plans commonly serve as an early warning sign for upcoming variations in the U.S. unemployment rate. Image: Gavekal, Macrobond

Recession – NFIB Sales Expectations

Recession – NFIB Sales Expectations U.S. small business sales expectations moved lower. This does not bode well for the U.S. economy. Image: The Daily Shot