NFIB

Small business optimism dips, but uncertainty index drops, potentially impacting franchise owners and industry resilience.

Franchise leaders must take control of their operations and finances in uncertain times, focusing on alignment and discipline.

Franchises are well-positioned to prosper in inflationary times, but unit performance and expansion decisions may be affected.

Absent an economic shock, we should have continued expansion this year and into next.

Inflation is expected to slow system growth and force price increases for franchises.