The Guardian theguardian.com 2026-06-22 12:00

‘Every time you turn around, there’s a new price increase’: US small-business optimism plummets

At the same time, 29% of small-business owners also report having open positions they can’t fillAmid 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 unce

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