June 2020 Report: Small Business Optimism Improves in Anticipation of Better Economic Outlook The Small Business Optimism Index increased 6.2 points in June to 100.6 with eight of the 10 components improving and two declining. Owners anticipate improving sales as the economy continues to re-open with expectations rebounding to a net 13% after April’s lowest reading in survey history (a net negative 42%). Small business owners continue to be optimistic about future business conditions and indicate they expect the recession to be short-lived. “Small businesses are navigating the various federal and state policies in ... (full story)