At the same time, 29% of small-business owners also report having open positions they can’t fill Amid rising fuel prices and inflation across the US, confidence among small-business owners has declined in recent weeks as many continue to grapple with higher costs and economic uncertainty. Accord...
Source: [Guardian US](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/22/us-small-business-optimism)