The country and the world seem to be spinning backward. The economy is unsteady and chaotic. Yet our small business owners are still quietly doing what we do best: adapting, adjusting, and finding a way forward. This is what we have in 2026.
In the moment when consumer confidence is wobbling, and headlines shift by the hour with surprise after surprise, small businesses remain one of the most steady parts of our U.S. economy. We are still hiring, still investing, and still serving our neighbors.
Recent surveys indicate that small business optimism remains high as we plan for growth in 2026, despite higher costs and ongoing uncertainty. This means resilience is not just a slogan for Small Business USA; it is our operating system. For small businesses everywhere, this is the moment to stay visible, double down on relationships, and remind your local community that in a crazy economy, local businesses are the calm, trusted signal.
This blog, about small businesses, is from Jim Vogel, Small Business Ambassador, Cornelius, NC.
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