Presented by
Q4 2022 SBI: 62.1
This quarter’s score of 62.1 matches last quarter’s score, which marked the largest quarterly drop since the Index plummeted at the start of the pandemic.
Highlights from the q1 2021 report
53%
of small businesses say inflation is the top challenge facing the small business community.
79%
say the upcoming holiday season is important for their overall profit
64%
of small business owners report that their business is in good health.
The Data Explorer
Use the Data Explorer to browse and analyze years of data from the Small Business Index.
The Data Explorer contains data going back to 2017 (when the Index began) on the 10 big survey questions covering views of the economy, hiring, investment and other key economic indicators.
Q2 2025
• SBI 65.2
Index Rises Slightly Despite Mixed Future Expectations
Inflation remains top concern, supply chain worries impact operations
Q1 2025
• SBI 62.3
Index Dips Despite Small Businesses Seeing Stable Economy
Inflation remains top concern, as revenue worries grow
Q4 2024
• SBI 69.1
Despite inflation concerns, small businesses remain optimistic
Half say that licensing, certifications, and permits make it harder to grow
Q2 2025
• SBI 65.2
Index Rises Slightly Despite Mixed Future Expectations
Inflation remains top concern, supply chain worries impact operations
Q1 2025
• SBI 62.3
Index Dips Despite Small Businesses Seeing Stable Economy
Inflation remains top concern, as revenue worries grow
Q4 2024
• SBI 69.1
Despite inflation concerns, small businesses remain optimistic
Half say that licensing, certifications, and permits make it harder to grow