Quarterly report - February 2000

Article Abstract:

The Index of Small Business Optimism rose to 103.6 in January 2000, representing the highest reading since October 1997. Around 1% of companies expect to increase their workforce over the coming months, although 21% report that finding skilled labour is one of their main problems.

Publisher: National Federation of Independent Business
Publication Name: Small Business Economic Trends
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1080-0816
Year: 2000

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Quarterly report - February 1999

Article Abstract:

The Index of Small Busines Optimism dropped to 100.6 in January 1999, with capital spending and recruitment plans down, although demand for labour continues to be strong.

Publisher: National Federation of Independent Business
Publication Name: Small Business Economic Trends
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1080-0816
Year: 1999

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Quarterly report - November 1999

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The Index of Small Business Optimism dropped a point to 101.4 in October 1999. Around 18% of companies expect to increase their workforce in the short-term future, although 22% cited finding skilled labour as their most difficult problem.

Publisher: National Federation of Independent Business
Publication Name: Small Business Economic Trends
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1080-0816
Year: 1999

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