Business
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Small Business Optimism Climbs Again
Small Business Optimism rose modestly in August, according to the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index, which ticked up 0.5 points to 100.8. Small Business Optimism now sits nearly three points above its 52-year average of 98 as owners in El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, Arcadia, Temple City and Irwindale report stronger sales expectations and healthier…
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Getting a Business License
A business license is a legal permit that allows entrepreneurs to operate within city and state regulations. Obtaining a business license protects owners and consumers. It also helps local agencies track economic activity. This article outlines how to get one, why it matters and the benefits for business owners and the community. Steps for a…
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July Sees Small Business Optimism Rise
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index climbed 1.7 points in July to 100.3, marking an uptick in owner sentiment above the 52-year average of 98. Small Business Optimism among respondents grew as those reporting better business conditions jumped 14 points from June to a net 36 percent, suggesting a more positive outlook among small firms.…
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How School Schedules Impact Local Business
As students return to campuses across the San Gabriel Valley, small businesses in El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale are adjusting their operations. For business owners with school-aged children, the new academic year introduces a familiar juggling act—balancing customer needs with family responsibilities. These shifts are more than personal. School schedules…
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CU SoCal Named Business of the Year
Credit Union of Southern California was named Business of the Year by the El Monte South El Monte Chamber of Commerce in recognition of the institution’s long-standing partnership with the local community. The honor was presented in July during the Chamber’s annual awards, celebrating businesses that demonstrate leadership, civic involvement, and outstanding service to the…
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Small Business Optimism Holds Firm
In June, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index remained steady, decreasing only 0.2 of a point to 98.6. The level remains above the 51-year average of 98, highlighting continued resilience among small business owners. The keyphrase small business optimism reflects the tempered confidence that many firms maintain, despite economic uncertainty.…
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Small Business Optimism Climbs in May
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 98.8 in May, marking its first monthly increase since December 2024. This three-point jump brought the index above the long-term 51-year average of 98, signaling renewed small business optimism after two months below the benchmark. The upward trend followed a notable May 12 agreement between the U.S.…
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Small Business Optimism Hints at Stability
Small business optimism dipped for the fourth straight month in April, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), but signs of underlying stability are emerging. The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 1.6 points to 95.8, its lowest reading in six months. While this marks a continued decline, the broader economic indicators behind…
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Small Business Impact on Local Economies
Small businesses play a critical role in shaping the economic and social fabric of communities. The small business impact on job creation, community investment, and neighborhood revitalization is especially visible in cities like El Monte and Baldwin Park. As foundational contributors to local economies, small businesses generate employment opportunities, stimulate growth, and often act as…
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Small Business Confidence Drops in March
Small business confidence saw a sharp decline in March, according to the latest release of the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index. The index dropped 3.3 points to 97.4, falling below its 51-year average of 98. This marks the third consecutive monthly decline and the steepest one-month drop since December 2020. The report reflects growing unease…