SME USA 06-09-2006 SME confidence ebbs in US The confidence levels of chief executives of US small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have slumped to a three-year low – a sign that the backbone of the US economy is… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here