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Paychex - IHS Small Business Jobs Index Continues to Show Mixed Results for Small Business Employment Growth in September

September 30, 2014
 

While the Paychex | IHS Small Business Jobs Index grew 0.13 percent in the past 12 months through September, the national index decreased to 100.85 with the pace of small business employment growth continuing to slow slightly. Coming off its April peak of 101.26, the index is still trending higher than any quarter prior to 2014, indicating consistent employment growth conditions persist. An increase in small business job growth drove the East South Central region into the lead among regions. Wisconsin continues to lead the state index, and Seattle claimed the top spot among metro areas.

 

To read the full news release, visit the Paychex | IHS Small Business Jobs Index website.