The Chamber of Commerce said 71% of small businesses told it their firms were in good health.
CBS News interviewed business owners about what they wanted to see moving forward.
Economy
CBS News interviewed owners about inflation and the Trump administration's tariff policies; it separately reported that restaurants faced strain while some other businesses were expanding.

The Chamber of Commerce said 71% of small businesses told it their firms were in good health.
CBS News interviewed business owners about what they wanted to see moving forward.
Sacha Pfeiffer and Henry Larson reported on the effects for NPR’s All Things Considered on Oct. 24.
Rates range from $460 to $681 per metric tonne and vary by producer and shipment route.
Trump gave no proposed terms or date for resuming talks. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is ready to negotiate if Washington engages in good faith.