Economy

Strong growth seen across each sub-index

All sub-indices pull back

Evidence mounts that people want to keep their new routines as they also return to the world

The MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index shows optimism about current and future macroeconomic pictures mixed with underlying hesitancy

Gains in Current and Investment sub-indices drive this week’s growth

Americans are better able to manage their bills, but uncertainty around back to the office remains. Meanwhile, parents who are hesitant about the vaccine for themselves are still wary of allowing their children to get one, pointing to barriers along the path towards herd immunity.

Gains in Jobs and Expectations sub-index fuel growth

Jobs sub-index is the only one still below pre-pandemic reading

Decline in the Jobs and Expectations sub-indices from last week leads to more muted sentiment overall