The sharp rise in the NFIB optimism index in November shows that the election result has had a clear positive impact not only on consumer confidence but small business sentiment too. The details suggest that while this may not be enough to boost business investment, rising demand for labour will soon lead to a more sustained acceleration in wage growth.
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