Small business optimism jumps to 6-year high following Trump win [Video]

America’s small business owners are feeling better about the economy than they have in six years, in anticipation of President-elect Trump returning to the White House.

The National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB) latest Small Business Optimism Index jumped 3.4 points to 105.1 in December, the highest reading since October 2018.

This is the second consecutive reading above the 50-year average, after the November index broke a 2.5-year streak that same month as Trump’s win.

At the same time, the NFIB’s Uncertainty Index plunged 12 points last month, falling to 86.

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“Optimism on Main Street continues to grow with the improved economic outlook following the election,” said NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg. “Small business owners feel more certain and hopeful about the economic agenda of the new administration.”

Dunkelberg added, “Expectations for economic growth, lower inflation, and positive business conditions have increased in anticipation of pro-business policies …