
NFIB Small Business Survey: The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 2.1 points in February to 100.7. Despite optimism falling, it was the fourth consecutive month above the 51-year average of 98 but also 4.4 points below the most recent peak of 105.1. Of the 10 components included in the index, three increased and seven decreased. The Uncertainty Index rose 4 points to 104, the second highest reading of the index. Click the link above for details.