The RSM US Middle Market Business Index  (MMBI) rose to 131.5 in Q4 2025  from 123.3 in the prior quarter, reflecting stronger revenues and earnings among U.S. middle market firms. Despite cautious views on the broader economy, businesses report growing optimism fueled by eased regulations, tax relief, retroactive full expensing of capital expenditures, and lower interest rates. Revenue growth: 52% of firms reported increased revenues in Q4, 58% expect growth in the next six

Small business confidence ticked down  slightly nationwide in the fourth quarter, according to the latest MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index.  The Q4 2025 Index score landed at 68.4, down from last quarter’s 72.0. The dip reflects small declines in cash flow comfort and expectations around revenue and investment as inflation continues to be the nation’s top challenge. Even so, there’s good news: today’s confidence still sits several points higher than e

The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce  applauds the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) newly proposed revisions  to the Section 1071 small business lending data collection rule. These changes, praised by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, reflect a meaningful step toward reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens and expanding access to capital for the entrepreneurs who power our state’s economy. By narrowing the scope of coverage to match statutory intent and simplifying report

The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce  applauds the administration’s decision to lift tariffs on key agricultural products that are not produced domestically, including coffee, bananas, beef, and other essential imports. Removing these tariffs will help ease cost pressures on American families and employers at a time when every dollar matters. The Chamber is also urging  the administration to expand tariff relief to additional products not readily available from U.S. sources and to

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce  has launched a bold new initiative  aimed at tackling one of the most persistent barriers to economic growth across the nation, and here at home: the lack of affordable, attainable housing. The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce is proud to stand behind this effort and will continue lending our voice to advocate for real solutions that strengthen Wyoming’s workforce, communities, and economy. At the inaugural Building for Growth: Housing Solutions for a

Last week , the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce joined a national coalition  of chambers and business organizations from across the country in urging Congress to come together and reopen the federal government. That call has been answered, and the government is finally back to work. With the conclusion of the longest shutdown in our nation’s history, federal agencies are resuming operations, national parks are reopening, and the country is beginning to get back on track. It will

For more than 80 years,  the U.S. government has made it a priority to ensure that small businesses receive a fair share of federal contracts. These contracts often serve as a reliable source of income for small business owners—until a government shutdown halts payments and operations. When the government shuts down, that steady flow of opportunity stops cold. Payments freeze, projects stall, and small business owners, the very entrepreneurs who keep America running, are left

Alright Wyoming, the air is starting to chill, pumpkin spice is taking over, and Halloween is right around the corner. According to the National Retail Federation , Americans are expected to spend $13.1 billion on Halloween in 2025, up from $11.6 billion last year. Nearly three-quarters of Americans plan to celebrate, driving sales across retail, manufacturing, and logistics. Where the money goes: 78% will buy decorations 66% will hand out candy 51% will dress up Most will sh

Wyoming small businesses,  from tourism operators to manufacturers and ag producers, are not immune to the effects of a government shutdown. Delays in permits, federal loans, approvals, or contracts can stall operations, limit growth, and disrupt supply chains across the state. When government functions pause, so does progress. Whether it’s a family-owned construction company waiting on a federal contract or a small producer depending on USDA certification, these disruptions

After months of debate,  Radiant Nuclear has officially abandoned its plans to build a nuclear micro-reactor facility near Bar Nunn, opting for Oak Ridge, Tennessee instead. In a public letter, Radiant’s leadership praised Tennessee’s “business-friendly environment”  and “nuclear IQ.” Their   combination of support, regulatory alignment, and readiness allowed the company to move forward quickly, and out of Wyoming. WY It Matters:  Radiant’s withdrawal is more than a lost proj

Housing has always been central to the American dream , but today, it’s also one of the biggest barriers to economic growth. Across the country, supply isn’t keeping up with demand, which is driving up prices, straining affordability, and limiting the mobility of workers and families. This imbalance has cost states billions in lost economic output, income, and jobs. To meet this challenge, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the AEI Housing Center have created Strong Foundations

The Department of the Interior   announced  it will open over 13 million acres of federal land for new coal leases, while the Department of Energy is committing $625 million to modernize coal plants and strengthen the U.S. mining sector. Together, these efforts extend the life of coal-fired power, open doors for export growth, and keep energy reliable and affordable for communities and businesses nationwide. Thanks to the Powder River Basin’s low-sulfur, cost-effective coal,

Tariffs on imported goods have surged , creating challenges for American businesses and consumers alike. Small businesses are feeling the...

The modernization of America’s nuclear arsenal has taken two major steps forward, and Cheyenne is at the heart of it. The first...

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Wyoming made history again this week  as the Quebec 01 Missile Alert Facility, located just north of Cheyenne, was officially inducted...

Black Hills Energy is making history  with a $15.4 billion all-stock merger  with NorthWestern Energy, creating one of the largest...

Dyno Nobel, a cornerstone of Wyoming’s mining and industrial landscape,  is turning heads not with explosives, but with innovation. The...

Wyoming has officially overtaken Texas in uranium production , signaling not just a comeback but a renaissance for an industry that sat...

Wyoming’s timber industry is ready for a revival, and the momentum is building.  After years of decline, a new wave of opportunity  is...