The 2026 State of American Business Address
Discover what U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark and leading business leaders are saying about the state of the economy and the top issues shaping the domestic and global business landscape in 2026 and beyond.
Making News
- Economy
Business Leaders Champion Free Enterprise as the Engine of ProgressAt the 2026 State of American Business, top executives highlighted the importance of driving innovation, solving challenges, and improving lives.
By Sean Hackbarth
- Economy
What to Expect from the Economy in 2026
By Curtis Dubay - Economy
The Fed’s Independence Goes Back to the Founding
By Neil Bradley
- Tariffs
50% Copper Tariffs Have Tennessee Small Business on Edge
By Thaddeus Swanek - Small Business
Small Business Outlook: Hiring Concerns Continue into New Year
By Thomas M. Sullivan
- Small Business
Celebrating America's Top 100 Small BusinessesThe results are in: The U.S. Chamber names Dynamic Automotive as the CO—100 Top Small Business 2025 after earning a spot on the U.S. Chamber CO—100, an exclusive list of the 100 best and brightest small and mid-sized businesses in America.
- Small Business
Entrepreneurs Find Inspiration at Small Business Forum
By Thaddeus Swanek
The American system of free enterprise has enabled our country to build the most innovative, dynamic, and resilient economy in the world.
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- Environment and Sustainability
The Preparedness Payoff: Charleston, South CarolinaInvestments in resilience and preparedness can dramatically reduce the economic impact of major storms in the Charleston, South Carolina area.
Major Initiatives
- The State of American BusinessU.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark called on leaders to embrace free market principles to drive economic growth.Read More
- Brought to You by American BusinessAmerica’s businesses are working together – serving, innovating, and connecting – to deliver unforgettable moments and experiences during important moments throughout the year.Read More
- America Works InitiativeWe are calling on elected officials and the federal and state level to take immediate action to help address this national economic crisis.Read More
- Growing America's FutureCompetitive, pro-growth tax policy is essential to grow the economy, raise wages for workers, and improve the standard of living for all Americans.Read More
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Upcoming Events
- TechnologyTechnology Leadership Summit 2026Wednesday, March 1108:30 AM EDT - 02:00 PM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- InfrastructureKeep America Moving SummitTuesday, March 1708:00 AM EDT - 05:30 PM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
Trending Topics
- TechnologyInformation and news for businesses about the latest advances in technology.Read More
- WorkforceInformation on how businesses can adapt their workforce development and management strategies to deal with the changing labor market.Read More
- Health CareInformation about how to make quality health care more affordable, more accessible, and more reliable for all AmericansRead More
Latest Content
- 'A strong community is really dependent on a strong economy and also a strong workforce. And in order to have those things you need an affordable home so that employees can easily get to their job.'The Chamber issued a statement on a letter sent to Congress urging an end to the shutdown and the reopening of the government.President of Monumental Basketball Michael Winger shared insights with the U.S. Chamber's Rick Wade on leadership and the future of sports and entertainment.Investments in resilience and preparedness can significantly reduce the economic costs associated with major storms in the Mobile, Alabama, area.The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) isn't just a union—it's a political machine.The restoration of U.S. leadership on digital trade is good news for American workers and companies.Volunteers, when trained and supported, can drive membership growth, sponsorship revenue, and deeper community engagement for chambers and associations.The call comes as the Chamber releases new analysis showing 65,500 small business contractors have nearly $3 billion a week at risk with the shutdown, with $12 billion just in the month of October alone.Learn how the U.S. Chamber Is partnering with Africa to power the next era of opportunity for critical minerals.
