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Q3 2025 SBI: 72.0
This quarter, the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index is 72.0, up from last quarter’s score of 65.2 and an all-time Index high.
Highlights from the q1 2021 report
34%
of small businesses cite the cost of goods and services as a roadblock to growth
40%
of small businesses believe that the U.S. economy is in good health
46%
of small businesses say that inflation is their top concern
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